Engineering Branch Chief

SOSi is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Engineering Branch Chief to lead a multidisciplinary team supporting a key government contract. The successful candidate will oversee engineering operations, serve as primary engineering interface with our customer, ensure technical excellence, and manage personnel and resources to meet mission-critical objectives. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership and communication skills, and an understanding of essential engineering principles in a government or defense environment.

• Serve as the primary technical liaison between government/military INDOPACOM HQ customers and contractor engineering staff, ensuring seamless communication and alignment of technical objectives.
• Establish long-term strategic plans for the engineering branch and ensure alignment with enterprise-wide objectives.
• Act as the senior representative for the engineering branch in cross-organizational and customer-facing engagements.
• Develop and implement engineering policies, procedures, and quality assurance measures to ensure alignment with organizational goals and government/military standards.
• Oversee the planning, communication, and execution of engineering tasks in accordance with government/military customer direction and timelines.
• Coordinate engineering efforts with Engineering Lead and across multiple teams and disciplines to ensure integrated solutions and efficient workflows.
• Oversee and structure engineering team organization for efficient and effective performance of engineering tasks
• Lead and oversee a team of engineers and technical staff across multiple disciplines and time zones, providing clear direction, supervision, and support to achieve project and organizational objectives.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth within the engineering branch.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and best practices, including government policies, cybersecurity requirements, and industry benchmarks.
• Conduct periodic audits and reviews to validate adherence to policies and procedures.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering staff, ensuring the development of technical expertise and leadership within the team.
• Facilitate training initiatives and professional development opportunities for engineering personnel.
• Support proposal development by providing technical input, cost estimates, and resource allocation plans.
• Collaborate with program management on budgeting, resource planning, and staffing requirements for engineering projects.
• Monitor project performance, risk, and schedule to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of engineering solutions.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans for critical engineering challenges.
• Represent the engineering branch in technical reviews, audits, and briefings, ensuring accurate and effective communication of technical achievements and challenges.
• Provide authoritative input during program reviews, customer briefings, and strategic planning sessions.
• Evaluate engineering processes, workflows, and tools to identify areas for improvement and increased efficiency.
• Drive innovation and adoption of emerging technologies to enhance enterprise IT capabilities.
• Regularly interface with government/military customers to assess needs, expectations, and satisfaction with engineering services.
• Ensure engineering solutions are tailored to customer requirements and mission objectives.
• Compile and deliver comprehensive branch-level reports summarizing accomplishments, challenges, and resource needs to senior leadership.
• Ensure proper custody, accountability, and reporting of government-owned equipment and assets within the branch.

• An Active in-scope TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in IT Architecture, or a related technical field; OR equivalent experience.
• Minimum ten years of IT experience, with at least five years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Experience working with or for government agencies or in a DoD government contracting environment.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering, project management, and lifecycle development.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Customer-service oriented with a willingness to participate and assist.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in IT solutions implementation, administration, troubleshooting and support.

• DoD 8570 IAT-II compliant (CCNA-Security, CySA , GICSP, GSEC, Security CE, CND, SSCP)
• Well-versed in Department of Defense (DoD) protocols, procedures and regulations
• Five or more years of experience supporting Engineering Projects or Operations and Maintenance (O&M).
• Experience in ITIL framework and ITIL best practices.

• Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
• Requires periods of non-traditional hours including consecutive nights or weekends when necessary.
• Fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Occasional travel may be required, both domestically and internationally, to visit project sites or other locations as needed.

All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.