Director of Engineering

Mako Recruiting LLC • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

Seeking an exceptional leader to join our team as Director of Engineering – a critical role at the forefront of our mission to deliver high-reliability, cutting-edge electronic solutions for defense, aerospace, and other high-stakes industries. As Director of Engineering, you will lead talented teams for Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Test Engineering, partner across functions, and make a lasting impact on product integrity, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Ten years of Engineering leadership experience in an electronic manufacturing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of electronic manufacturing processes including SMT, through-hole technology, circuit card assembly, box build assembly and functional test.
• Thorough knowledge of quality management systems and procedures including ISO/AS 9100, ASQ, NADCAP.
• Thorough knowledge of quality procedures and methodologies, including ISO/AS9100, Six Sigma, Lean, and failure reporting and corrective action system.
• Familiar with Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
• Understanding of Government procurement procedures and in-depth knowledge of Government contract work.
• Excellent leadership, program/project management, contract, and OEM operations management experience.
• Experience with implementing Lean tools/methods (Toyota Production System, Standard work, 5S, Total Preventive Maintenance, 1 piece flow, Set Up Reduction, Poka Yoke).
• Knowledge of work standards and visual manufacturing instructions.
• Knowledge of IPC standards and NADCAP accreditation.
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Possess or have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government granted security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or other advanced degree or certifications related to responsibilities, preferred.
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides overall direction to the Company’s Engineering department, ensuring the highest level of service is maintained for both internal and external customers.
• Delivers products and services that meet cost, quality and time expectations by working collaboratively with customers, peers and other employees.
• Markets engineering services to existing customers and develop new business opportunities.
• Provides direction and motivation to engineering staff to ensure successful execution of the engineering responsibilities on all programs.
• Assesses and manages employee capabilities and determines staffing needs to meet current and future business needs.
• Leads and mentors teams of engineers responsible for production processes, quality performance, and continuous improvement efforts within the entire organization.
• Develops and executes the strategic technology vision and roadmap to address new and emerging equipment and processing technologies.
• Implements the Engineering Department strategic initiatives to successfully meet current and future operational requirements.
• Participates and contributes to the implementation and successful performance against the business AOP.
• Establishes goals and objectives for the Engineering team that stretch boundaries by detailing specific continuous improvement activities focused on enhancing internal processes.
• Ensures internal processes and programs produce products that meet or exceed customers’ expectations.
• Interacts both vertically and horizontally in a way that commands both personal respect and mission acceptance.
• Acts as a change agent for improvement initiatives.
• Possesses the ability and interpersonal skills to influence all levels of the organization.
• Retains and hires a world-class staff and develops a winning culture in line with company’s vision and values.
• Administers all Human Resources programs and policies (including selection, promotion, transfers, salary administration and termination) without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age or handicap.

Benefits

• Some travel required on an as needed basis.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees