Chief Technology Officer (Analytical)

About EDGE:

EDGE is an advanced technology group established to develop disruptive solutions for defense and beyond. Solving real world challenges, it is dedicated to bringing innovative technologies and services to market with greater speed and efficiency. Our people are at the core of our business, inspiring us to imagine a new world of endless possibilities. Leveraging advanced technologies such as autonomous capabilities, cyber-physical systems and directed energy to artificial intelligence, we recognize that changing the fundamentals of the defense industry will take real collaboration and creativity.

This is why we want you to be a part of our initiative Advanced Concepts. Join us today to enable a secure future.

Key Accountabilities

• Deep understanding of the latest advancements in modeling and simulation, GNC, computer vision, aerodynamics, and related fields. Ability to drive the development of these technologies within the organization.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive technology strategy for the Analytical Engineering Group, aligning with the company’s overall business objectives. 
• Champion innovation in aerospace technologies, ensuring our projects set industry standards for excellence and innovation.
• Spearhead research and development initiatives, fostering a culture of innovation. 
• Identify and prioritize research projects that have the potential to yield significant advancements in aerospace technology.
• Oversee the integration of diverse technical disciplines within the group, including modeling and simulation, GNC, computer vision, and aerodynamics. 
• Ensure collaborative synergy across departments to achieve breakthroughs in aerial and missile system design and functionality.
• Ensure that all engineering projects and initiatives meet the highest standards of technical excellence, safety, and compliance with global aerospace standards. 
• Implement rigorous quality assurance processes and methodologies to safeguard the integrity of our engineering outputs.
• Drive research and development efforts to explore new theories, tools, and technologies in aerospace engineering. Maintain a portfolio of research initiatives aimed at pushing the boundaries of what is possible in aerial and missile system design.
• Cultivate a culture of technical excellence and innovation within the team. Lead by example in adopting the latest engineering methodologies, simulation tools, and programming languages relevant to aerospace system design and analysis.
• Ensure all engineering processes and systems designs adhere to international aerospace standards, including DO-178C for software, DO-254 for hardware, and relevant MIL-STDs for defense applications.

Knowledge/Qualification & Experience

• 25+ years of experience in aerospace engineering, with a significant portion in leadership roles overseeing large-scale engineering projects and teams.
• Proven track record in the successful development and deployment of advanced aerospace systems
• PhD or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. 
• Additional qualifications in business or technology management are highly desirable.
• Profound knowledge in aerospace system dynamics, control theory, and aerodynamics.
• Deep understanding of aerodynamics, propulsion, and flight dynamics, particularly as they relate to missile and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems.
• Advanced proficiency in simulation and modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS, or similar), programming languages (C/C++, Python, Julia), and AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Strong strategic planning skills, with the ability to envision and execute technology strategies that align with the company’s long-term goals.
• Proficiency in managing innovation processes, from concept through to commercialization. Experience in leading R&D teams and in securing funding for research initiatives.