Engineering Branch Chief

Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SOSi is a private defense and government solutions business specializing in advanced technology systems and mission support. Its capabilities include data science, software development, network engineering, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), and logistics. 🛡️ Lead the future of engineering excellence in the Pacific. SOSi is seeking an accomplished Engineering Branch Chief to drive mission-critical engineering operations at Camp H.M. Smith in Honolulu. This high-impact leadership role oversees multidisciplinary teams, technical execution, and strategic initiatives supporting a vital government mission in a fast-paced defense environment. Essential Job Duties - Develop and implement engineering policies, procedures, and quality assurance measures to ensure alignment with organizational goals and government/military standards. - Establish long-term strategic plans for the engineering branch and ensure alignment with enterprise-wide objectives. - Serve as the primary liaison between government/military USPACOM HQ customers and contractor engineering staff, ensuring seamless communication and alignment of technical objectives. - Act as the senior representative for the engineering branch in cross-organizational and customer-facing engagements. - Oversee the planning, communication, and execution of engineering tasks in accordance with government/military customer direction and timelines. - Lead and manage a team of engineers and technical staff across multiple disciplines and time zones, providing clear direction, supervision, and support to achieve project and organizational objectives. - Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth within the engineering branch. - Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and best practices, including government policies, cybersecurity requirements, and industry benchmarks. - Conduct periodic audits and reviews to validate adherence to policies and procedures. - Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering staff, ensuring the development of technical expertise and leadership within the team. - Facilitate training initiatives and professional development opportunities for engineering personnel. - Support proposal development by providing technical input, cost estimates, and resource allocation plans. - Collaborate with program management on budgeting, resource planning, and staffing requirements for engineering projects. - Monitor project performance, risk, and schedule to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of engineering solutions. - Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans for critical engineering challenges. - Represent the engineering branch in reviews, audits, and briefings, ensuring accurate and effective communication of technical achievements and challenges. - Provide authoritative input during program reviews, customer briefings, and strategic planning sessions. - Evaluate engineering processes, workflows, and tools to identify areas for improvement and increased efficiency. - Drive innovation and adoption of emerging technologies to enhance enterprise IT capabilities. - Regularly interface with government/military customers to assess needs, expectations, and satisfaction with engineering services. - Ensure engineering solutions are tailored to customer requirements and mission objectives. - Compile and deliver comprehensive branch-level reports summarizing accomplishments, challenges, and resource needs to senior leadership. - Ensure proper custody, accountability, and reporting of government-owned equipment and assets within the branch. Minimum Requirements - An Active in-scope TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility. - Must qualify as DCWF 651 Enterprise Architect – Intermediate: - Bachelors in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Software Engineering. - OR hold a SecurityX, CCSP, Cloud+, CSSLP, FITSP-D, GDSA, or GSEC certification. - Must qualify as DCWF 802 IT Project Manager – Intermediate: - Bachelors in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Software Engineering. - OR hold a SecurityX, DAWIA PM Practitioner, GSEC, or Security+ certification. - Minimum ten years of IT experience, with at least five years in a leadership or supervisory role. - Experience working with or for government agencies or in a DoD government contracting environment. - Strong understanding of systems engineering, project management, and lifecycle development. - Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills. - Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. - Customer-service oriented with a willingness to participate and assist. - Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in IT solutions implementation, administration, troubleshooting and support.Preferred Qualifications - Project Management Professional Certification. - CISSP certification. - Well-versed in Department of Defense (DoD) protocols, procedures and regulations. - Five or more years of experience supporting Mission Partner Environment Engineering, Projects or Operations and Maintenance (O&M). - Experience in ITIL framework and ITIL best practices. Work Environment - Working conditions are normal for an office environment, with occasional remote work options. - Requires periods of non-traditional hours including consecutive nights or weekends. - Fast paced, deadline-oriented environment. - Occasional travel may be required, both domestically and internationally, to visit project sites or other locations as needed. - May require the ability to lift/and or move computer hardware and office equipment.Working at SOSi All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.