Chief Engineer

Harmonia Holdings Group, LLC is an award-winning, rapidly growing federal government contractor committed to providing innovative, high-performing solutions to our government clients and focused on fostering a workplace that encourages growth, initiative, creativity, and employee satisfaction.  

Job Title: Chief Engineer
Location: Washington, DC (Onsite)
Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI Clearance Required

We are seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to support our Department of State project in Washington, DC.

The Chief Engineer will lead complex engineering initiatives, overseeing the integration and management of large-scale systems in support of the Department of State. This role demands deep technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to advise senior executives on technical strategies and innovations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organize, oversee, and integrate engineering activities for complex systems of systems, ensuring seamless functionality and high performance.
• Serve as the senior engineer for global-scale networks, providing strategic direction and technical leadership.
• Advise executive-level business and operational leaders on technical strategies, emerging technologies, and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with industry partners and academic institutions on research, development, testing, and evaluation (RDT&E) projects.
• Develop and implement engineering frameworks and best practices to ensure system security, scalability, and efficiency.
• Oversee system architecture design, integration, and optimization efforts.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams, ensuring alignment with project goals and Department of State standards.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations, security requirements, and contracting standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in a STEM or IT field (e.g., Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, or Statistics).
• Doctorate or Master’s combined with expert-level IT certifications (e.g., CISSP, PMP, TOGAF) preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in engineering or IT roles, with a focus on complex system integration and large-scale network management.
• 3+ years of experience organizing, overseeing, and integrating engineering activities for a system of systems or serving as a senior engineer for a global-scale network.
• Proven experience advising executive-level leaders on technical strategies and complex engineering solutions.
• Strong background in research, development, testing, and evaluation (RDT&E) projects in collaboration with industry or academia.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting the Department of State or other federal agencies.
• Familiarity with federal acquisition, compliance, and security standards.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering frameworks and methodologies.

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Here at Harmonia we are pleased to have been repeatedly recognized for our outstanding work culture, the innovative work we do, and the employees on our team who make a difference each day.  Some of these recognitions include:  

• Recognized as a Top 20 "Best Place to Work in Virginia"
• Recipient of Department of Labor's HireVets Gold Medallion
• Great Place to Work Certification for five years running
• A Virginia Chamber of Commerce Fantastic 50 company
• A Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 company 
• Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing companies for eleven years
• Two-time SBA SBIR Tibbett's Award winner
• Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certification

We recognize that every bit of our success is the result of our teams of hard-working, motivated, and innovative professionals who are proud to call themselves part of the Harmonia family!   In addition to competitive compensation, a family-focused culture, and a dynamic, productive work environment, we offer all full-time employees a variety of benefits including, but not limited to

• Traditional and HSA- eligible medical insurance plans w/ Wellness Incentives for employees and family
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision insurance options 
• 100% employer-sponsored STD, LTD, and life insurance
• Veterans Cohort
• Gym membership reimbursement
• 401(k) matching
• Dollar-for-dollar 501(c)(3) donation matching
• Flexible-schedules and teleworking options
• Paid holidays and Flexible Paid Time Off
• Adoption Expense Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional development and career growth opportunities and paid training days
• Employer-sponsored Employee Assistance Program for employee and family
• Team and company-wide events, recognition, and appreciation-- and so much more! 

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Harmonia is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or genetics. Harmonia does and will take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.  To perform the above job successfully, an individual must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed; meet the education and work experience required; and must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.  Other duties in addition to those listed may be assigned as necessary to meet business needs.  Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable an applicant with a disability to successfully apply for and/or perform the essential duties of the job.  If you are in need of an accommodation, please contact HR@harmonia.com.