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This role operates under the Director of Digital Engineering and takes ownership of a portion of day-to-day execution while helping shape strategy, technical direction, and team growth.You will manage and mentor Forward Deployed Engineers building software with the Istari Platform while remaining deeply engaged in architecture, technical decision-making, and customer-facing problem solving.Core Responsibilities:Technical & Program LeadershipOwn technical execution for a subset of Digital Engineering initiatives and programsContribute thought leadership around the Istari platform, its applications, and required capabilitiesHelp define product scope and technical approach for new digital engineering capabilitiesReview designs, architectures, and implementations to ensure quality, scalability, and alignment with Istari's platform visionServe as a technical escalation point for complex engineering and integration challengesTeam Leadership & ManagementManage and mentor a team of Forward Deployed EngineersDrive execution across multiple concurrent efforts, including planning, prioritization, and deliveryProvide technical coaching, design and code feedback, and career development guidanceHelp scale lean, effective team processes as the organization growsCross-Functional & Customer EngagementPartner with cross-functional teams to translate customer needs into clear, executable technical plansSupport customer engagements requiring deep digital engineering expertiseCommunicate technical tradeoffs effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholdersStrategic Support & DirectionTake on delegated responsibilities from the Director of Digital EngineeringHelp define standards, best practices, and reusable technical patternsIdentify gaps in tooling, process, and team capabilities and propose improvementsServe as a thought partner on the future of digital engineering at Istari—enabling engineers to \"conduct the orchestra\" of tools, not just play a single instrumentQualifications:7+ years of experience in engineering (aerospace, systems, mechanical, electrical, or similar)3+ years of experience leading or managing technical teamsUnderstanding of software fundamentals (APIs, data pipelines, services, integrations)Experience working with engineering tools and ecosystems such as:MBSE (e.g., Cameo, SysML)CAD/PLM (e.g., CATIA, Teamcenter, similar)Document and requirements systemsSimulations (FEA, CFD, etc)Proven ability to balance hands-on technical work with people leadershipExcellent communication skills—able to explain complex technical concepts clearlyPreferred QualificationsExperience in aerospace, defense, or other complex engineered systemsExposure to model extraction, automation, and digital thread conceptsExperience working in product or platform-based environmentsComfort operating in ambiguity and shaping roles, processes, and scope as the organization evolvesWhy This Role?This role is critical to scaling Istari's Digital Engineering capability. You won't just run a team—you'll help define how digital engineering is practiced at Istari, enabling engineers to move faster, integrate better, and solve harder problems.You'll have real ownership, real influence, and a direct partnership with the Director of Digital Engineering to shape the future of the organization.Why Istari?We've built a team of what we call Wizards -- people who bring depth in their domain and range across others, who are collaborative without being deferential, and who genuinely care about what we're building. We celebrate individual contributions, give feedback early and often, and argue about ideas so we can execute together.There's no room here for hierarchy for its own sake, or for busywork that doesn't move the mission. We are outcomes-driven, and we hold each other to a high standard — with genuine respect for each person's expertise and wellbeing.Focus is rewarded. Finish is remembered.Facts are friendly. 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