Lead the Hardware Configuration Group to manage product configuration across the lifecycle, set standards, own PLM systems, drive audits and compliance, and lead a large organization of engineers.
Responsibilities
Lead the group: Set direction, provide technical leadership, and manage people, performance, and professional development.
Set configuration standards: Define and enforce policies, procedures, roles, and controls to ensure product Bills of Materials (BOMs) are accurate, correctly structured, and tightly controlled throughout the entire product lifecycle.
Own PLM systems and processes: Partner with IT and engineering systems teams on workflow automation, integrations, master data rules, reporting, access controls, and system reliability.
Drive audit and compliance: Lead functional and physical configuration audits and maintain objective evidence for internal, customer, quality, and regulatory reviews.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Systems, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
Lead the Hardware Configuration Group to manage product configuration throughout lifecycle.
Responsibilities
Lead the group: set direction, provide technical leadership, and manage people, performance, and professional development.
Set configuration standards: define and enforce policies, procedures, roles, and controls to ensure product Bills of Materials (BOMs) are accurate, correctly structured, and tightly controlled throughout the entire product lifecycle.
Own PLM systems and processes: partner with IT and engineering systems teams on workflow automation, integrations, master data rules, reporting, access controls, and system reliability.
Drive audit and compliance: lead functional and physical configuration audits and maintain objective evidence for internal, customer, quality, and regulatory reviews.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Systems, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
Performs advanced technical/engineering problem solving in support of nuclear plant operations.
Compensation
Mid-Level - $92,700 - $114,000
Sr Level - $122,400- $154,000
Responsibilities
Provide in-depth technical expertise to develop, manage and implement engineering analysis, activities and programs.
Provide technical expertise and consultation through direct involvement to identify and resolve equipment and system problems.
Provides initial or complete task management of engineering issues.
Accountable for the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of work ensuring proper configuration management and assuring that standard design criteria, practices, procedures and codes are used in preparation of plans and specifications.
Perform independent research, reviews, studies and analyses in support of regulatory/technical projects and programs.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical, civil/structural, electrical, industrial, mechanical or nuclear)
Nice to have: practical experience applying electrical engineering principles in an industrial, power generation, manufacturing, or utility environment
Nice to have: independent development of engineering modifications
Nice to have: evaluation of plant electrical issues
Lead Integrated Functional Capability (IFC) for NATO Business Area, managing interface control, integration, and certification across systems engineering disciplines.
Lead mission assurance for Shield AI aircraft operations, overseeing maintenance, configuration, documentation, and field operations.
Compensation
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Responsibilities
Build and operate a Mission Assurance model for Shield AI Aircraft operations
Define inspection strategy, audit cadence, evidence requirements, data standards, and reporting rhythms
Conduct independent inspections of maintenance tasks, logbooks, technical data use, service bulletin compliance, configuration accuracy, release practices, tool/FOD control, ground handling, and field operations
Verify maintenance quality, data integrity, critical‑step completion, serial/time‑tracked item accuracy, deferred discrepancy management, and in‑process inspection discipline
Develop and execute standardized evaluation programs, including sampling plans, audits, acceptance criteria, and documented finding categories
Lead complex, multi-project portfolios with high visibility and mission-critical outcomes, manage financial performance, engage senior-level stakeholders, and shape organizational strategy for counter-UxS evaluations.
Compensation
2026 Pay Band: $129,000 – $184,000
Responsibilities
Lead complex, multi-project portfolios with high visibility and mission-critical outcomes
Manage financial performance including budgets, forecasts, staffing plans, and resource alignment
Provide senior-level engagement with clients, partners, and external stakeholders
Ensure all program activities meet Covan’s standards for quality, rigor, communication, and compliance
Shape organizational strategy and contribute to corporate planning and decision-making
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in electrical, computer, aerospace, mechanical, or systems engineering; computer science; physics; robotics; or a related field
Nice to have: PMP or comparable training
Nice to have: Project controls and contract deliverables experience
Nice to have: Business development, organizational strategy, or senior advisory roles