Company Overview

Red 6 is an innovative Augmented Reality (AR) technology startup leading the way in synthetic air combat training. Our primary technology, supporting our ATARS product, enables pilots to simulate the cognitive challenges of flying while accessing realistic, scalable training in dynamic outdoor environm

The Role

The Chief Engineer will play a pivotal role in driving overall system architecture, primarily focusing on hardware with a complementary understanding of software. As a deeply technical and cross-functional leader, the Chief Engineer will lead critical design decisions, conduct trade studies, and translate customer requirements into actionable system and subsystem specifications. Moreover, the Chief Engineer will collaborate with government customers, guiding the development of internal technical roadmaps to meet evolving customer needs and ensure Red 6 remains at the forefront of innovation.

Qualifications

15+ years of relevant experience in system engineering, hardware design, and technical leadership roles for simulation, AR, VR, or related products in the defense, aerospace or related industries

Proven expertise in system architecture design, with a strong emphasis on combined hardware/software systems and systems integration

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive decisions on complex technical issues and system trades

Ability to perform system analysis to ensure subsystem specification, when all tied together, meet product requirements

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Advanced technical degree preferred.

Qualified candidates must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. This requires U.S. Citizenship.

Preferred / Additional Skills

Experience with Sensors (camera, time-of-flight), image processing

Experience with virtual reality or augmented reality hardware (Rift, VIVE, Gear VR, etc.)

Experience working with government customers and understanding of defense industry standards and protocols

Experience designing complex electromechanical systems, and successfully getting those systems certified for DoD use

Solid understanding of requirements management tools such as Jama or DOORs

Full-Time Employee Benefits

Healthcare, Dental, and Vision (100% coverage for Employees)

Paid time off, including vacation, sick, paid holidays, and parental leave

Short and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Voluntary Worksite Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity)

Note

Red 6 reserves the right to change its current benefits program at any time, in a manner that is consistent with applicable federal and state regulations.

This job description is not a contract and confers no contractual rights, privileges, or benefits on any applicant or potential applicant. Red 6 has the right to change any and all terms of this job description, including, but not limited to, job responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits. Nothing in this job description constitutes an offer or guarantee of employment

Red Six Aerospace, Inc, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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