B.S. in Engineering or Related Science field required; M.S. preferred.
7+ years of experience in the space and defense industry.
Proven ability to develop, plan, and execute projects.
Demonstrated experience in team leadership and management.
Strong customer relations skills, especially with prime contractors and government agencies.
Must be a U.S. citizen, able to obtain DoD SECRET clearance.
Responsibilities
Lead engineering team to excel in project performance regarding cost, schedule, and technical aspects.
Provide business, technical, and strategic leadership on team projects.
Monitor cost, schedule, and technical status of all team projects regularly.
Cultivate a healthy work environment by utilizing personnel's skills effectively.
Oversee personnel professional development activities like mentoring and training.
Balance team workload and manage hiring and termination processes effectively.
Foster customer relationships and ensure team proposals are rigorous and financially sound.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
Company-paid life insurance.
401(k) retirement savings plan.
Paid Time Off (PTO) policies.
Paid holidays throughout the year.
Tuition reimbursement for ongoing education.
Full Job Description
In this role, you will lead an engineering team responsible for delivering projects on cost, schedule, and technical performance. You will allocate resources, guide personnel development, foster customer relationships, and oversee proposal activities to sustain team workload. Your leadership ensures a healthy team environment and supports the delivery of mission-critical engineering solutions.
Schedule
This role follows a 9/80 schedule, with 9-hour shifts Monday through Thursday, an 8-hour shift every other Friday, and the alternating Friday off.
Responsibilities
Leads engineering teams to achieve cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives across assigned projects.
Provides business, technical, and strategic leadership to support project execution.
Assigns personnel to projects based on required skills and experience.
Monitors project cost, schedule, and technical status and drives corrective actions when needed.
Oversees personnel development through mentoring, training, and career growth activities.
Balances team workloads and manages staffing decisions, including hiring and termination.
Maintains and strengthens customer relationships to support current and future business.
Ensures proposals are complete, accurate, and financially rigorous.
Oversees team business development activities and contributes to company strategic initiatives.
Collaborates effectively across teams and maintains accountability for team budgets.
Performs other related duties as needed.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering, related science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and directly relevant experience.
Typically 7 or more years of experience in the space or defense industry.
Ability to develop, plan, and execute projects.
Demonstrated experience leading teams.
Experience in customer relations with space and defense industry prime contractors and government agencies.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in engineering, related science, or a related field.
Experience leading engineering teams to develop mechanical and pyrotechnic components and systems.
This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
