Staff Product Engineer to join our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in North Syracuse, NY. In this pivotal role, you'll help bring mission-critical radar, CUAS, and electronic warfare systems from concept to full-scale production-directly impacting the safety and success of our customers worldwide.
You'll collaborate with industry-leading engineers, mentor emerging technical talent, and drive innovation across the entire product lifecycle. From establishing system configurations to solving complex production challenges, your work will ensure our cutting-edge systems are built with excellence, reliability, and long-term sustainability.
What You'll Do• Deliver expert design guidance to maximize manufacturability and long-term sustainability
• Lead seamless transitions of new designs and prototypes into full production
• Own and maintain system configurations, including Bills of Materials and engineering documentation
• Develop robust test procedures for systems and subsystems, ensuring performance and quality
• Participate in Configuration Control Boards to implement impactful product enhancements
• Conduct production qualification testing that validates system performance and readiness
• Drive resolution of supplier-related technical issues through strong cross-functional collaboration
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system faults during production ramp-up and sustainment
• Shape the design process by championing manufacturing considerations early and often
• Monitor and proactively resolve component obsolescence challenges
• Stay current on emerging systems engineering tools, technologies, and best practices
• Provide mentorship and technical leadership to junior engineers, helping grow the next wave of product engineering talent
What You'll Bring • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Systems, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, and 8+ years of experience in product engineering, configuration management, or lifecycle management
• Strong collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, multidisciplinary engineering environment
• Willingness to travel up to 10% to support field tests, customer engagements, and demonstrations
Ways to Stand Out • Hands-on experience with RF systems, electronic systems, or defense/aerospace production and sustainment
• A passion for solving complex engineering challenges and driving continuous improvement
• Demonstrated leadership in transitioning sophisticated hardware products from design to production
- Location Syracuse, New York
- Employment Type Full-Time Salaried
- Experience Required 8+ Years
- Education Required Bachelors Degree
- Security Clearance Requirement Secret
- Travel % 10
