Curtiss-Wright Corporation

Supervisor, R&D Engineering

Curtiss-Wright Corporation$125K — $145K *
Aston, PA 19014In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, systems engineering, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of progressive engineering or management experience, ideally in defense or aerospace industries.
  • Proven experience leading R&D programs and new product introductions.
  • Strong understanding of system design processes from concept to sustainment.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities in technical settings.
  • Proficiency with engineering methodologies such as DFMA, FMEA, and tolerance stack-up analysis.
  • Familiarity with industry standards including ASME, IEEE, and MIL-STD's.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage product engineering functions by defining departmental goals and overseeing project execution.
  • Oversee product validation and readiness to ensure compliance with performance and quality standards.
  • Handle personnel management tasks such as recruitment, performance evaluations, and staff development.
  • Establish and promote best practices for technical execution within the team.
  • Assess engineering tools and resources to ensure alignment with development necessities.
  • Communicate project and design challenges to both internal and external customers.
  • Provide mentorship and support to engineering team members.

Benefits

  • On-site work environment at the Aston, PA facility.
  • Opportunities for professional development and mentorship within the engineering team.
  • Engagement in innovative product development within the aerospace defense sector.
  • Limited travel requirements (less than 10%) to maintain work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Supervisor, R&D Engineering

As the R&D Engineering Supervisor, you will lead and guide a team of mechanical and electrical engineers. This team is part of the Engineering Group and is focused on new product introduction and improvement within the Curtiss-Wright Aircraft Arresting Systems business unit (BU). In this role you will be responsible for the development of R&D program scopes, the execution of product development objectives, and provide mentorship to the engineering team. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams - including project management, operations and government customers - to deliver innovative, safe, and cost-effective solutions.

This role is fully on-site at the Aston, PA facility.

Location: Aston, PA

Salary: $125,000 to $145,000

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

Your Challenges:
  • Lead and manage product engineering functions by setting departmental objectives, allocating resources, and overseeing execution across multiple projects / initiatives.
  • Oversee product validation and readiness activities to ensure early-stage products meet performance, quality, and release criteria.
  • Perform personnel management functions - recruiting and hiring, performance appraisals and performance management, staffing analysis, and employee development.
  • Influence and establish technical execution best practices.
  • Evaluate all available Engineering tools and resources required to meet development and capability needs.
  • Communicate with internal and external customers on project and design related challenges.
  • Provide technical mentorship and guidance within the engineering team.
  • Required travel time is less than 10%.


What You Bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, or equivalent technical discipline.
  • 8+ years of progressive engineering or management experience. Preference for experience in defense, aerospace, or similar industry.
  • Demonstrated experience leading R&D programs, technology development, or new product introduction.
  • Strong understanding of system design processes, with experience in program phases from capture through development to sustainment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage technically complex situations.
  • Proficiency in engineering processes (e.g. DFMA, FMEA, tolerance stack-up analysis, etc.).
  • Familiarity with industry standards (ASME, IEEE, MIL-STD's, etc.)
  • Ability to travel up to 10%.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.


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About Curtiss-Wright Corporation

Curtiss-Wright Corporation is a diversified, multinational provider of highly engineered, technologically advanced products and services. The company operates through three segments: Commercial/Industrial, Defense, and Power. The Commercial/Industrial segment provides products and services primarily to the commercial aerospace, general industrial, and naval defense markets. The Defense segment provides products and services to the defense markets of the United States, Canada, and other countries. The Power segment provides products and services to the power generation markets, including conventional and renewable energy sources. Curtiss-Wright Corporation was founded in 1929 and is headquartered in Davidson, North Carolina.
Learn more about Curtiss-Wright Corporation
Size
7,800 employees
Market Cap
$6.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$201.3 million
Founded
1929
5 Year Trend
+3.5%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
NASDAQ

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