Director of HV Power & Protections - Aerospace

Electric Power Systems•North Logan, UT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

At Electric Power Systems, we design and build advanced energy storage systems that power the next generation of flight, defense, and transportation. Our mission is to advance, connect, and protect our world with unmatched energy innovation, and we're doing it from our headquarters in North Logan, Utah. We're looking for a leader to take the helm of our Electrical Engineering department. You'll set the direction for the team, shape how it works, and stay close enough to the technical work to guide it from design through testing, qualification, documentation, and release. You'll partner with engineering leadership, cross-functional teams, and senior management to solve the tough problems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
At least ten years of progressive engineering experience.
Five or more years managing engineers.
In-depth knowledge of electrical engineering.
Understanding of how design, development, testing, and documentation fit together.
Ability to make sound technical decisions when problems get complicated.
Clear communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to juggle competing priorities without missing deadlines.
Comfortable with Microsoft Office.
Comfortable with travel.
U.S. Person status may be required due to ITAR compliance.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Experience leading an electrical engineering department or similarly significant function.
Experience in aerospace, defense, transportation, or another highly regulated environment.
Experience with high-voltage systems.
Experience with electric propulsion.
Experience with energy storage in aerospace.
Experience applying aerospace standards to design and qualification.

Responsibilities

Run the department's operations and budget.
Set priorities for the Electrical Engineering department.
Ensure every project has the people and resources it needs.
Review and approve new or revised electrical designs, test methods, and installation procedures.
Ensure aerospace, defense, and industry standards are applied properly.
Ensure technical documentation is controlled and released correctly.
Recruit, coach, and mentor engineers.
Set clear expectations for the team.
Create a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
Drive changes for improved work processes.
Represent Electrical Engineering to senior leadership.
Support customer engagements and proposals.
Travel as needed to meet with customers and suppliers.