Defense & Space, AI/Machine Learning, Robotics, Research

Deputy Chief Engineer - Autonomy

Cambridge, MAOnsiteFull TimeChief / Executive$110,000–$200,000 /yrPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

US Citizenship
Security Clearance
Aerospace Engineering
Software Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Autonomy
APNT
UAS
aerospace software

Nice to have

flight testing
new business opportunities
MORSE's technology and services

Role summary

MORSE Corp is seeking a Deputy Chief Engineer to lead the development and deployment of autonomy and APNT solutions for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UASs). This role requires a blend of technical expertise, program leadership, and customer interaction skills to drive innovation in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include setting technical vision, guiding programs from R&D to fielding, leading multidisciplinary teams, managing program execution, and fostering external partnerships. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of R&D experience in Autonomy, APNT, or UAS, with proven leadership in managing technical teams and a deep understanding of software development principles.

MORSE Corp is an employee owned, small business based in Cambridge, MA, Arlington, VA, and Seattle, WA with a history of fielding cutting-edge technology. MORSE boasts a specially selected team of scientists, engineers, and software developers to deliver best-in-class technical solutions that solve difficult multidisciplinary problems faced by the US National Security Ecosystem.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Deputy Chief Engineer to lead our efforts in developing and deploying autonomy and APNT solutions for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UASs). This is an exceptional opportunity for an engineer with a combination of technical expertise, program leadership experience, and the ability to interface with customers to drive innovation, collaboration, and excellence in a fast-paced, growing organization.

Responsibilities:

Set the technical vision and direction for programs, collaborating with internal technical staff and external customers

Guide programs from R&D into flight testing and ultimately fielding

Lead multidisciplinary teams developing autonomy and GNC capabilities, embedded and full stack application, and systems integration

Manage program execution, ensuring schedule and budget adherence, and overseeing successful program delivery

Cultivate strong relationships with external partners and stakeholders, advocating for MORSE's technology and services

Identify and pursue new business opportunities, expanding our portfolio and driving long-term growth

Provide technical oversight and guidance to program team members

Requirements:

US Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

Minimum of 5 years of experience in R&D with a focus on Autonomy, APNT, UAS or other aerospace software

Proven leadership skills, with a track record of successfully managing high-performing technical teams

Deep understanding of software development principles, methods, and tools

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to absorb complex technical information quickly

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly and persuasively to both technical and non-technical audiences

MORSE Corp’s salary range for this role carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to, prior experience, education, skills and expertise, location, internal equity, and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated. Depending on role eligibility, total compensation may also include bonus, stock, 401(k) match, paid time off, medical, dental, vision and life insurance.

Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year. MORSE maintains an “open” leave policy that does not restrict exempt, regular full-time employees to a specific number of paid sick or vacation days. However, this policy is not an “unlimited” paid leave policy.

Compensation$110,000—$200,000 USD

The team at MORSE takes pride in being the smart team that is easy to work with. We focus on steady, long-term success with an emphasis on exceptionalism and delivering mission-critical impact to our customers. For more information, please visit www.morsecorp.com.

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