PNT Chief Engineer

Responsibilities

THIS POSITION IS FOR STRATEGIC TECHNOLOGY CONSULTING- STC, An Arcfield Company Strategic Technology Consulting (STC), an Arcfield Company, is seeking a Chief Engineer to serve as the senior technical authority responsible for leading the end-to-end architecture, development, integration, and delivery of modular, open-architecture, low-SWaP Assured and Alternate Positioning, Navigation, and Timing capabilities for expeditionary platforms operating in contested environments. This highly interdisciplinary role will guide internal embedded software and edge-compute algorithm teams, coordinate external hardware integration subcontractors, and drive the development of ruggedized modular solutions that support NAVWAR situational awareness, cryptographic timing, and resilient multi-source PNT fusion. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in NAVWAR, PNT fusion, and tactical edge systems, with the ability to integrate M-Code, inertial, RF, and alternative navigation sources into resilient operational outputs. This role will also drive Modular Open Systems Approach principles, apply MBSE and Product Line Engineering practices, and interface directly with government stakeholders to translate urgent warfighter needs into deployable technical solutions that preserve mission continuity when external timing and navigation sources are degraded, denied, or compromised. Responsibilities: Architect Multi-Sensor PNT Fusion: Lead the technical design and execution of complex PNT fusion engines, seamlessly integrating M-Code, inertial, RF, and alternative signals to maintain precise positioning and timing in GPS-denied environments. Lead Embedded Software Teams: Direct embedded software and edge AI teams to deploy low-latency sensor fusion, NAVWAR situational awareness, and resilient timing logic directly onto SWaP-constrained compute modules. Drive Hardware Subcontractors: Manage and technically direct external hardware integration subcontractors, holding them to strict VITA90/VNX+ MOSA standards, SWaP limitations, and uncompromising delivery timelines. Dominate the NAVWAR Domain: Ensure system architectures effectively acts as a networked NAVWAR sensor node, capable of high-precision signal degradation tracking and localization. Scale the Platform: Champion the use of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Product Line Engineering (PLE) to create a reusable catalogue of features, driving down the cost and time-to-market for future variants. Be the Technical Face: Act as the primary technical liaison to customer stakeholders, defending technical baselines, leading design reviews, and demonstrating system capabilities in live field tests.

Qualifications

BS 10-12, MS 8-10, Phd 5-7 (Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline). Deep technical expertise in Navigation Warfare (NAVWAR), PNT multi-sensor fusion, and Assured/Alternate PNT (A2PNT) architectures. Familiarity with embedded systems, including expertise in VPX, VITA90/VNX+ standards, product line engineering, and sensor fusion. Proven track record of leading embedded software engineering teams through the full product lifecycle (from whiteboard to tactical edge deployment). Demonstrated experience technically directing and managing complex hardware integration subcontractors or external manufacturing partners. Strong background in Digital Engineering and MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo, Rhapsody) and implementing Product Line Engineering (PLE) methodologies. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance. Ability to travel up to 25%. Equal Pay Act This is the projected compensation range for this position. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, Arcfield invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Arcfield ’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections. Min: $128,317.13 Max: $252,476.30 EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.