Director of Electrical Engineering

Red 6 • Denver, CO

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About The Position

The Director of Electrical Engineering will lead and expand Red 6's electrical engineering team in Denver, overseeing the full lifecycle of electrical hardware for our next-generation augmented reality systems. This position combines deep technical oversight with strategic leadership - driving roadmap execution, establishing design standards, and scaling a world-class electrical engineering team as Red 6 continues to grow. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in fast-paced, mission-driven environments and has a passion for building world-class, ruggedized electronics for aerospace applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in electrical hardware design, including 5+ years leading engineering teams.
• Proven track record of delivering complex electronic systems in aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated environments.
• Strong expertise in: High-speed digital and mixed-signal design (FPGA/SoC integration, DDR, PCIe, Ethernet) Power system design and distribution for ruggedized hardware PCB layout and design for harsh environments Hardware bring-up, verification, and validation testing
• Experience with environmental and EMI/EMC qualification testing to DO-160 and MIL standards.
• Demonstrated success in building and scaling high-performing technical teams.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in augmented reality, avionics, sensor fusion, or airborne embedded systems.
• Experience leading co-design of high-density, miniaturized electronics in constrained form factors.
• Experience with various sensors like cameras, ambient light, IMUs, etc. Familiarity with DFM/DFT, manufacturing ramp, and supplier engagement.
• Proficiency with electrical CAD and simulation tools (e.g., Altium, Zuken E3, CATIA Electrical, SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Knowledge of model-based design or digital-twin methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the electrical engineering strategy aligned with Red 6's product and technology roadmaps.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing electrical engineering team.
• Foster a product-forward culture within the electrical engineering team - one that prioritizes integration, manufacturability, and performance.
• Encourage engineers to engage deeply with product intent, enabling fast, iterative collaboration with mechanical and systems teams as designs mature.
• Partner with the VP of Engineering, CTO, and cross-functional leads (Systems, Software, Mechanical, Manufacturing) to ensure cohesive product integration.
• Drive standardization of design processes, documentation, and testing frameworks across all electrical programs.
• Forecast and manage resources, budgets, and project priorities for the electrical function.
• Build, mentor, and guide a team of electrical engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and engineering excellence.
• Provide architectural and design guidance for complex mixed-signal, high-speed digital, and power systems used in aerospace AR environments.
• Lead electrical development for tightly packaged, mechanically constrained products - balancing thermal, structural, and electrical needs in collaboration with product-focused Mechanical Engineering.
• Champion rapid design iteration as industrial and product designs evolve, maintaining electrical integrity through continuous refinement.
• Drive close co-design between electrical and mechanical domains to achieve optimal product integration and manufacturability.
• Define electrical architectures and channelization strategies for power, signal, and data distribution across airborne and simulation systems.
• Oversee schematic design, PCB layout (rigid, flex, rigid-flex), bring-up, validation, and environmental qualification (EMI/EMC, vibration, DO-160).
• Establish and enforce compliance with relevant aerospace and military standards
• Collaborate closely with Systems Engineering to derive electrical requirements from top-level system specifications.
• Lead technical reviews, risk assessments (FMEA, FTA), and trade studies to ensure reliability and manufacturability.
• Evaluate and implement new tools, workflows, and technologies that improve efficiency, quality, and design throughput.
• Partner with systems, mechanical, and software teams to ensure seamless electrical-mechanical integration and validation of complete systems.
• Partner with Manufacturing and Supply Chain to transition designs from prototype to production.
• Support supplier qualification, component selection, and DFM/DFT processes.
• Represent the electrical engineering discipline in design reviews, customer briefings, and external technical discussions.
• Interface with suppliers and external partners to evaluate COTS components, manage subcontracted design efforts, and ensure compliance with program and defense requirements.
• Lead innovation initiatives in emerging areas such as miniaturized electronics, advanced signal processing, and power management systems for next-generation defense and AR platforms.

Benefits

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision (100% coverage for Employees)
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, paid holidays, and parental leave
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Voluntary Worksite Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees