Senior vice president Jobs in Huntsville, AL

CFD Research is seeking a Vice President to lead our Test and Evaluation Division and become an integral part of our Executive Team. This position will report directly to the President & CEO and be responsible for P&L for the Division, which consists of 30+ engineers and technicians. This role will be responsible for leading the division in identifying, proposing, and executing tasks for both government and commercial customers, with contracts ranging in size from $5M to $50M+. Candidate will leverage existing relationships in government and industry to grow the Division's work as well as establishing new relationships with internal and external customers. The candidate will also be responsible for CFD Research's Test and Evaluation facility located in Hollywood, AL which includes a full machine shop as well as multiple remote test stands (a full summary of the capabilities at the facility are provided at ).

The technical expertise within the Division focuses on Research & Development (R&D) which includes a combination of design and analysis using modeling & simulation techniques as well as fabrication, test, evaluation and system-level integration in the experimental facility. A sampling of current projects includes hypersonic ground test, aviation power, and propulsion solutions.

CFD Research has a strong technology base, staff, and facilities and the Division is poised for rapid and sustained growth under the guidance of the right motivated leader. The successful candidate will have relevant experience in test facility management and have experience actively guiding, mentoring, and sharing expertise with a growing staff. The successful candidate will also possess the ability to network and foster significant customer relationships, both new and existing, through consistent and strategic communication.

Some of the key requirements for the position are listed below :

• Degree or directly relevant subject matter expertise in relevant Engineering Field (mechanical, aerospace, chemical, materials science, etc.)
• Minimum of 10 years of directly relevant industry experience
• Technical Expertise in at least one of the current research areas (ground test, aviation power, and propulsion), plus interest and ability to contribute in other areas
• Proven Ability to grow and execute programs of relevant size ($5M-$50M+) - experience with DoD and NASA programs is a plus
• Track record of successful collaboration both inside and outside the company with government and industry partners (including OEMs and Primes as well as other Small Businesses)
• Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of engineers and technicians
• Ability to attract, train, and retain high quality employees
• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and possess a Department of Defense Security Clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Excellent people skills (good listener and persuasion ability)
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

Desired Qualifications :

Location : This role is based in our Headquarters office in Huntsville, AL with travel (45 min. drive) to our Engineering Test Center in Hollywood, AL (up to 50%) expected.

About CFD Research : Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component / system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. CFD Research is an ISO9001 : AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services. CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc. Magazine's Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five years. Learn more at

Benefits : CFD Research is pleased to offer the technology and business platforms along with the organizational structure and freedom to launch the next phase of your career. You will be eligible for all standard benefits and both short- and long-term incentives, available for key executives (growth drivers). CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). CFD Research offers a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance. We offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements. In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance.

CFD Research is an EO employer - Veterans / Disabled and other protected categories