Engineering Manager - 79855

Summary

A leading Aerospace Manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a talented team of systems, electrical, mechanical, and software engineers at our aerospace facility in Tempe, AZ. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Engineering department, driving innovation, and ensuring the successful execution of design engineering functions aligned with our business objectives. You will play a crucial part in guiding technical advancements, managing complex projects, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership, program management, and talent development for the Engineering function.
• Direct all design engineering functions to support business objectives.
• Offer technical guidance to Engineering and Sales/Marketing teams, including customer visits and tracking industry trends.
• Manage complex design activities, meeting program objectives within cost and schedule requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of processes, systems, and products.
• Oversee personnel decisions including hiring, appraisals, promotions, and compensation.
• Collaborate with business leadership on technical presentations and budget/schedule estimates for new program opportunities.
• Ensure team stays current with industry technology advancements.
• Manage job assignments, manpower estimates, project status, bid support, training, and budget management.

Requirements:

• Education: Undergraduate degree in Engineering (EE, ME, CS, ChE); advanced degree desired.
• Experience: 5+ years in Engineering Management in a highly regulated industry (Aerospace, Automotive, Medical, etc.).
• Technical Knowledge: Power systems, electronic design, and software development processes.
• Standards Expertise: Familiarity with aerospace environmental and development standards (MIL-STD-810, DO-160, DO-178, DO-254, etc.).
• Product Development: Experience with aerospace product development lifecycles for hardware/software co-development.
• Program Management: Strong skills in managing projects with adherence to schedule and cost requirements.
• Motivation and Drive: Ability to motivate teams to meet program requirements.
• Product Launch: Proven track record of bringing complex technical products to market.
• Proposal Writing: Experience in writing technical proposals and NRE estimates.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills for team leadership and executive management interface.
• Design for Manufacture: Experience in co-designing with Operations teams to address DFM issues..
• Presentation Skills: Ability to present complex technical information to varied audiences.
• Obsolescence Management: Experience managing obsolescence issues, sourcing alternatives, and implementing product improvements.
• Continuous Improvement: Demonstrated success in driving continuous improvement programs.

Join an advancing aerospace technology and leading a talented team of engineers. Apply today to take the next step in your career!