Chief Engineer, LRSO

501638 Chief Engineer, LRSO

IronMountain Solutions is seeking a dynamic and experienced LRSO Chief Engineer to oversee a multidisciplinary team supporting the overhaul, repair, and production of aircraft systems and components for an upcoming LRSO effort in Huntsville, AL. This leadership role requires broad technical expertise across mechanical, electrical, structural, and quality engineering disciplines, along with strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills. 

The Chief Engineer serves as the technical authority for LRSO execution, ensuring all engineering activities meet contractual, safety, and configuration requirements. The role oversees technical integration, risk management, design approval, and coordination across engineering, manufacturing, quality, logistics, and Government stakeholders.  

Education and General Experience:  

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, aerospace or related engineering field is required and at least fifteen (15) years of relevant experience with emphasis on evaluation, repair, modification, or production support of aviation platforms.
• Broad knowledge of aircraft systems, wiring, structural repairs, and quality assurance in production and/or MRO environments.
• Working knowledge of aviation regulatory standards and documentation (FARs, SRMs, AMMs, IPCs, OEM technical data).
• Familiarity with CAD and PLM systems (e.g., SolidWorks, Windchill, etc).
• Experience in environments governed by AS9100 and ISO 9001.
• Advanced degree or professional certifications preferred (e.g., PMP, ASQ CQE, FAA DER, Six Sigma).
• Experience supporting modifications, STC development, or integration of new systems into existing aircraft.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, or APQP processes.
• Previous experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and make engineering decisions under tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Team-oriented mindset with a continuous improvement approach. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as the senior technical authority and Chief Engineer for the LRSO effort, accountable for engineering integrity, airworthiness, and technical performance across all engineering activities.
• Establish and maintain the program’s engineering strategy, technical standards, and governance framework across mechanical, electrical, structural, and quality disciplines.
• Approve or delegate approval authority for major engineering decisions including repairs, modifications, non-conformance dispositions, deviations, and technical risk acceptances.
• Chair or oversee engineering review boards (e.g., MRB, CCB, TRB) and ensure technical rigor in engineering orders, repair instructions, and configuration changes.
• Provide independent technical oversight of production and MRO engineering activities, ensuring solutions meet airworthiness, safety, and lifecycle requirements.
• Define and enforce engineering processes aligned with AS9100, configuration management, and digital thread/data integrity principles.
• Serve as the primary technical interface to customers, government stakeholders, OEMs, and regulatory authorities for all engineering and mission assurance matters.
• Guide certification and qualification strategy for repairs, modifications, and integrated systems.
• Lead technical root-cause investigations and corrective action strategies for major quality or airworthiness events.
• Direct engineering workforce strategy including competency models, staffing plans, technical mentoring, and succession development.
• Ensure cross-disciplinary integration between engineering, production, quality, supply chain, and sustainment organizations.
• Drive continuous improvement and modernization of engineering tools, methods, and processes.
• Advise program and corporate leadership on technical risk, readiness, investment priorities, and capability development.
• Foster a culture of engineering excellence, accountability, and mission focus across the organization.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use tools or controls; normal physical activity (reach with hands and arms; climb stairs); and communicate effectively with all levels of employees and leadership. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 25 pounds.

Clearance Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance is required. Per federal requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this level of clearance.

IronMountain Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer