Chief Engineer Jobs in Redstone Arsenal, AL

In the Manufacturing Engineering industry, a Chief Engineer is responsible for managing all engineering-related operations. This includes overseeing the design, development, installation, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment and systems. They provide technical leadership and support, ensuring that all processes and techniques used in manufacturing are effective and efficient. The Chief Engineer is also responsible for identifying areas for improvement or innovation, and leading teams to implement these changes. They ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations, and play a key role in strategic planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.

Important skills for a Chief Engineer include strong technical knowledge, leadership abilities, problem-solving skills, and project management expertise. They should also have proficiency in using engineering software and a good understanding of manufacturing processes and principles. Relevant certifications may include a Professional Engineer (PE) license, Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE), or Certified Automation Professional (CAP). Prior to becoming a Chief Engineer, a person may have roles as a Senior Engineer, Project Engineer, or Engineering Manager. These positions provide opportunities to gain the necessary experience in design and development, team management, and strategic decision-making.

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Sentinel - Sr. Staff Lead Engineer (GN&C) - 18840

  • Northrop Grumman
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 17 hours ago

Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field DoD Top Secret Clearance Experience in sensor navigation, including inertial, radio, and/or optical navigation techniques Experience in strategic...

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Principal Engineer

  • CFD Research Corporation
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 4 days ago

element analysis (FEA) results Experience in combustion Experience in ramjet/scramjet, rotating detonation engines, etc....

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Rotorcraft Flight Controls and Handling Qualities Engineer (Senior, Airworthiness)

  • CFD Research Corporation
  • Redstone Arsenal, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Redstone Arsenal, AL
  • 4 days ago

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering (or a related field) from an accredited college or university Experience: Bachelor + 12 years, Master + 10 years, Ph.D....

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Space Sector Technical Director

  • CGI Group Inc.
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Position Description: The Space Sector Technical Director is responsible for bridging the gap between Space Sector leadership and technical leads across CGI Federal, ensuring tight integration...

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Principal Engineer Contested Autonomy and Navigation

  • Leidos
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 6 days ago

Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering) with 12+ years of experience or a Masters Degree in advanced technical field with 10+ years of experience Subject matter expertise in algorithm development for...

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Ground Test Lead Engineer

  • Parsons Corporation
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 7 days ago

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our...

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Sr Principal Engineer EHS

  • 0090 CORP-Corporate Office
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 12 days ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Lockheed Martin Corporation
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 18 days ago

In this role, you will: Serve as the technical authority for mechanical part designs Lead complex mechanical design efforts and integrate structures and mechanisms....

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Technical Director - Systems Architecture - DoD

  • Woodside Staffing Solutions & Consulting
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 22 days ago

Engineer, or equivalent senior technical leader Experience with: o Sensor fusion, tracking, and targeting algorithms o AI/ML applications in defense systems o Planners, Battle Management, Sensor Resource...

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Senior Principal Engineer - DoD Missile Defense

  • Woodside Staffing Solutions & Consulting
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 22 days ago

IPTs, and engineering workflows Demonstrated ability to build relationships in customer-facing environments ________________________________________ Preferred Qualifications Prior roles such as: o Chief...

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Test and Analysis Group Technical Director

  • Radiance Technology
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 27 days ago

Radiance Technologies, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking a highly experienced and technically distinguished leader to serve as the Test and Analysis Group Technical Director supporting...

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Sr. Engineer, Production Process Planning (Assembly & Paint)

  • Mazda North American Operations
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Basic knowledge of Mechanical engineering and software programing (2D/3D CAD, PLC programming) is a plus....

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Sr. Engineer, Production Process Planning (Assembly & Paint)

  • Mazda North America
  • Madison, AL (9 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, AL (9 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Basic knowledge of Mechanical engineering and software programing (2D/3D CAD, PLC programming) is a plus....

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Engineer System Safety\Principal Engineer System Safety-AHT

  • Northrop Grumman
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have...

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SDS Engineer/Principal Engineer EHS - 17676

  • Northrop Grumman
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (8 miles from Redstone Arsenal, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Requirements Huntsville, AL Secret Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified $79,600 - $119,400 Job Description RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE...

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Redstone Arsenal, AL

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Redstone Arsenal, AL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
35.0%
Doctorate Degree
6.7%
Associate's Degree
4.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
High School or GED
1.5%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Chief Engineers in Redstone Arsenal, AL
10+ years
36.1%
6-8 years
31.2%
8-10 years
15.0%
4-6 years
6.2%
1-2 years
5.2%
None
5.0%
2-4 years
1.1%



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