Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science or Engineering)
10 years of experience with 5 years in a supervisory role
Ability to obtain/maintain a final Secret DoD clearance
Exemplary written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent managerial and leadership skills
Responsibilities
Manage a team of approximately 5 engineers and technicians
Oversee cost, schedule, quality, and deliverables for about 5 programs
Communicate technical developments to customers and manage expectations
Design and develop additive manufacturing tools, processes, and materials
Delegate tasks and monitor team performance to meet project goals
Conduct performance evaluations and manage employee disciplinary actions
Provide training and mentoring for talent development
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge additive manufacturing technology
Access to professional development resources
Collaborative work environment with diverse teams
Engagement with high-profile projects and clients
Support for continued education and certification opportunities
Full Job Description
The Position
Duties & Responsibilities
Core focus areas: people management; program management; customer relationship management; technical proficiency in the laboratory; and strategic planning
Manage a small team of approximately 5 engineers and technicians
Manage approximately 5 programs' cost, schedule, quality, and deliverables
Communicate technical developments to customers to meet their requirements and manage expectations
"Lead from the lab" by designing and developing additive manufacturing tools, processes, and materials
Build the customer base, programs, and products of the division
Delegate work and assignments and monitor team members based on their expertise, work experience, and time constraints to meet mechanical components and systems assembly goals and objectives.
Conduct performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
Handle discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
Recruit, interview, hire, and train new staff in the department.
Provide training and mentoring and talent development as needed.
Identify and recommend objectives and scope of technical projects and delegate goals, scope approach, and schedules to assigned personnel.
Conduct cost analysis, estimating expected costs for the project.
Review project reports to ensure projects are on schedule and within budget.
Collect, store, manage, and report data associated with assembled mechanical systems
Act as a liaison between company, customers, and vendors addressing questions, concerns, and/or complaints throughout the project.
Develop presentations to report research, engineering, and development communication and results
Interface with customers and provides consultation support to multiple projects in area of additive manufacturing.
Research new technologies and systems that can improve the quality, performance, and productivity of company and customer systems and programs
Perform mechanical design of hardware and systems and serve as a Principal Investigator for additive manufacturing initiatives.
Provide the conceptual and/or detailed design, development, implementation, verification, and/or validation of technical solutions.
Perform analytical modeling, simulation, calculation, and solid modeling of mechanical systems and additive manufacturing technologies
Enforce the engineering and business development direction activities of the advanced manufacturing team within the organization.
Assess cost effectiveness and feasibility of manufacturing processes; make and implement recommendations to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
Develop new products from concept to testing to production.
Conduct risk assessments; report identified risks to management; provide recommendations for mitigation of risk (including termination of the project if appropriate).
Organize, manage, and plan complex projects for the organization's research, development, and product implementation efforts.
Collaborate with marketing staff to determine market potential for new products.
Consult with Chief Technical Officer to create long-range operating goals specific to the needs of the organization.
Prepare and implement a budget based on estimates for operating requirements, equipment, and material purchases.
Communicate and collaborate with sales and marketing teams to provide training and information required to promote and sell new projects, programs, and systems.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices including EPA and OSHA requirements
