Chief Engineer Jobs in Gaithersburg, MD

In the Manufacturing Engineering industry, a Chief Engineer is responsible for managing all engineering-related operations. This includes overseeing the design, development, installation, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment and systems. They provide technical leadership and support, ensuring that all processes and techniques used in manufacturing are effective and efficient. The Chief Engineer is also responsible for identifying areas for improvement or innovation, and leading teams to implement these changes. They ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations, and play a key role in strategic planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.

Important skills for a Chief Engineer include strong technical knowledge, leadership abilities, problem-solving skills, and project management expertise. They should also have proficiency in using engineering software and a good understanding of manufacturing processes and principles. Relevant certifications may include a Professional Engineer (PE) license, Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE), or Certified Automation Professional (CAP). Prior to becoming a Chief Engineer, a person may have roles as a Senior Engineer, Project Engineer, or Engineering Manager. These positions provide opportunities to gain the necessary experience in design and development, team management, and strategic decision-making.

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GSM-O II Chief Engineer

  • Fulton, MD (13 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fulton, MD (13 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Description The Defense Group at Leidos has an exciting opportunity as the DECO Division Chief Engineer supporting our GSMO II IDIQ Contract supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency....

Engineer Mechanical/Principal Engineer Mechanical

  • Chantilly, VA (22 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chantilly, VA (22 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 9 hours ago

STC tasks include system design, engineering development, system integration, hands-on build and test, field operations and maintenance, training, and production....

Senior Mechanical Engineer (10+ years)

  • Fulton, MD (13 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fulton, MD (13 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Ability to travel up to 10% Qualifications Bachelor's Degree (B.S) in Mechanical engineering or related field from an accredited college or university....

Senior Engineering Manager Build Tools and Continuous Integration

  • Chevy Chase, MD (12 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chevy Chase, MD (12 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago

GEICO is seeking an experienced Senior Engineering Manage r with a passion for Build Tools and Continuous Integration. You will build and manage a team of engineers with a deep focus on building...

Principal Engineer, Aero-Performance (R3267)

  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Experience with Matlab or Python for data analysis Familiarity with translating aerodynamic analyses into workable design solutions for flight vehicles Familiarity with lofting/surfacing tools in Solidworks...

Senior Engineering Manager

  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Facility General Manager will assume ownership for contracted services at a building and will lead operational and administrative activities while maintaining effective cost control measures. This...

Principal Engineer Supplier Quality

  • Sykesville, MD (20 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sykesville, MD (20 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on...

Circularity & EPR Advocacy Principal Engineer

  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Who we are Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the worlds most admired brands, Toyota is...

Satellite - Payload/Principal Engineer

  • Germantown, MD (5 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Germantown, MD (5 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago

, manufacturing, launch, and operations 5+ years' experience with reliability, particularly how it relates to component selection, manufacturing process, and test 5+ years' experience with...

Senior Engineering Manager, Delivery

  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 2 days ago

About the team The Developer Experience (DevEx) Delivery Team is responsible for the design, development, and operation of the systems and tools that enable Zillow Group engineers to efficiently...

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Senior Engineering Manager - Master Data

  • Hyattsville, MD (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hyattsville, MD (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Introduction Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which also includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion,...

Principal/Manufacturing Engineer - Space Systems NEW

  • Sterling, VA (16 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (16 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Principal/Manufacturing Engineer - Space Systems Northrop Grumman Today Secret Unspecified None IT - Software Sterling, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Requisition ID: R10187648 Category: Engineering...

Sr. Staff Mission Verification & Validation Lead Engineer (SS101 NEW

  • Annapolis Junction, MD (20 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Annapolis Junction, MD (20 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Sr. Staff Mission Verification & Validation Lead Engineer (SS101 Northrop Grumman Today Top Secret/SCI Unspecified Polygraph Annapolis Junction, MD (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Requisition ID: R10180737...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering....

Senior Engineer, Aerospace Software Quality Assurance (R3255)

  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional software, hardware and mechanical engineering teams. Strong technical writing skills....

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Gaithersburg, MD

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Gaithersburg, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
34.7%
Doctorate Degree
6.8%
Associate's Degree
4.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Chief Engineers in Gaithersburg, MD
10+ years
36.1%
6-8 years
31.2%
8-10 years
15.0%
4-6 years
6.2%
1-2 years
5.2%
None
5.0%
2-4 years
1.1%



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