Chief Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 27, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 4, 2026.
Company Overview
Red 6 is an innovative Augmented Reality (AR) technology startup leading the way in synthetic air combat training. Our primary technology, supporting our ATARS product, enables pilots to simulate the cognitive challenges of flying while accessing realistic, scalable training in dynamic outdoor environments.
Chief Engineer
Louisville, CO / Technology / Full-Time
The Role
Red 6 is seeking a highly experienced Chief Engineer to join our dynamic team in Louisville, CO. The Chief Engineer will play a pivotal role in driving overall system architecture, primarily focusing on hardware with a complementary understanding of software. As a deeply technical and cross-functional leader, the Chief Engineer will lead critical design decisions, conduct trade studies, and translate customer requirements into actionable system and subsystem specifications. Moreover, the Chief Engineer will collaborate with government customers, guiding the development of internal technical roadmaps to meet evolving customer needs and ensure Red 6 remains at the forefront of innovation.
Qualifications
15+ years of relevant experience in system engineering, hardware design, and technical leadership roles for simulation, AR, VR, or related products in the defense, aerospace or related industries
Proven expertise in system architecture design, with a strong emphasis on combined hardware/software systems and systems integration
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive decisions on complex technical issues and system trades
Ability to perform system analysis to ensure subsystem specification, when all tied together, meet product requirements
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Advanced technical degree preferred.
Preferred / Additional Skills
Experience with Sensors (camera, time-of-flight), image processing
Experience with virtual reality or augmented reality hardware (Rift, VIVE, Gear VR, etc.)
Experience working with government customers and understanding of defense industry standards and protocols
Experience designing complex electromechanical systems, and successfully getting those systems certified for DoD use
Solid understanding of requirements management tools such as Jama or DOORs
Estimated Base Salary Range:
$200,000 to $250,000 dependent on skills and experience
Full-Time Employee Benefits
Healthcare, Dental, and Vision (100% coverage for Employees)
Paid time off, including vacation, sick, paid holidays, and parental leave
Short and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Voluntary Worksite Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity)
May be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on individual and company performance, subject to plan terms.
Note
Red 6 reserves the right to change its current benefits program at any time, in a manner that is consistent with applicable federal and state regulations.
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Red Six Aerospace, Inc, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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