Senior Chief Engineer

Senior Chief Engineer Part Time BAE Systems Kingsport

TN 37660 USA

Posted 04/16/2026 Job Description Job Description BAE Systems, one of the world's leading defense contractors, has an opening for a Senior Chief Engineer at the Holston Army Ammunition Plant in Kingsport, TN. The Senior Chief Engineer will lead multi-discipline engineering teams including Chief Engineers on multi-million dollar industrial design and construction programs. BAE Systems helps protect those who protect us. At our R D and manufacturing facility at the Holston Army Ammunition Plant in Kingsport, TN, we do this by developing safer explosives for our government and commercial customers. Holston AAP has provided high quality explosives for our soldiers since WWII and will continue to push the frontier of energetic material synthesis and manufacturing with your help.

Overview:

Leads and mentors other Chief Engineers in support of the Holston Capacity Expansion projects. Engineering lead for modernization programs in support of additional manufacturing capacity through plant modernization design, development and construction programs.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the technical project team in the application of BAE Life Cycle Management processes and methods used in the design, development and commissioning. Guides and develops the requirements, processing methods, equipment and engineering tasking for design, construction, and commissioning. Create the technical development plan and overall engineering tasking. Lead the technical team in meeting schedule within budget. Provide regular updates to progress. Provide technical risk management for the project. Coordinate the technical aspects of modernization programs with the overall OSI (Ordnance Systems Inc.) team. Lead internal engineering or external suppliers in the development of drawings, statements of work, and specification packages for procurement of equipment or services. Support the transition to production following commissioning Prepare budgetary and engineering estimates. Supervise subcontractor work to assure satisfactory performance of the scope of work. Prepare schedules regarding assigned technical tasks and provide status on tasking. Prepare work flow schedule and process task duration estimates. Responsible for assisting the Program Director and Project Managers in development of the budget, approval of purchase requisitions and of invoices. Performs other duties as required. Required Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor Degree in Engineering required; mechanical, civil, or chemical engineering degree preferred. Experience in the building design and construction for industrial facilities. Experience in chemical processing facilities. 10+ years related experience, 5 years of experience in engineering design, development, and commissioning. 5 years in an engineering technical project leadership position leading multi-discipline engineers, including scope development and subcontractor management. Must be able to effectively communicate and interface with various functional departments and customers. Experience estimating engineering labor and materials. Microsoft Office experience required. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Experience in industrial utilities CAPEX type projects Experience in System Engineering processes and DoD projects Experience in energetics manufacturing or related capital construction Professional Engineer (PE) or Project Manager Professional (PMP) Experience leading $10 million or larger design projects Experience with Earned Value Managment (EVM) and resource loaded scheduling is preferred MS Project experience preferred Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range:

$122400 - $208080 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits:

At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but its what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, youll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repairjust to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too. Job Detailsback to top Location Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States Categories Engineering Location Mapback to top