Head of Engineering

EchoStar • Englewood, CO

9h

About The Position

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products. Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV. Our Manufacturing teams are the gatekeepers who ensure our groundbreaking products meet the standards of innovation and performance we pride ourselves on. From the engineers who design large-scale production systems and cutting-edge quality assurance tools to the hands-on associates who manage our massive inventory flow, they make up a diverse group of behind-the-scenes team members dedicated to the success of our organization.

Requirements

• Critical experience leading multi-site engineering teams, maintenance technician groups, and machine shop staff in large-scale industrial manufacturing environments
• Advanced proficiency in process engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Deep understanding of plant operations, facility infrastructure management, automated manufacturing systems, and industrial shipping practices
• Strong skills in executive presentation, strategic communication, financial and operational report analysis, and complex problem-solving under fast-paced conditions
• Practical AI application skills to automate data interpretation, enhance predictive maintenance frameworks, and accelerate operational decision-making
• Exceptional leadership abilities to inspire high-performing teams, manage inter-departmental dependencies, and drive continuous performance improvement
• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
• Minimum 10 years of experience leading engineering or manufacturing operations in a large-scale industrial environment
• Must have at least 10 years of experience with: Plant operations and automated manufacturing system management
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and asset integrity lifecycles
• Process engineering using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (Master's or higher) in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering

Responsibilities

• Managing multi-site manufacturing, engineering, and machine shop operations requires overarching technical strategy to streamline facility infrastructure and reduce operational costs.
• Modern industrial operations depend on high-uptime automated equipment, robust CMMS practices, and optimized distribution logistics across multiple locations.
• This role drives advanced manufacturing engineering, strengthens asset integrity management, and provides technical leadership to executive stakeholders while scaling capacity for future business growth.
• Set the technical vision and strategic roadmap for manufacturing engineering, maintenance operations, and machine shops across five locations
• Drive process optimization, Lean Manufacturing initiatives, and Six Sigma strategies to enhance operational capabilities and lower overall costs
• Ensure facility infrastructure and hardware capacity scale effectively to support long-term enterprise expansion
• Manage asset integrity and CMMS maintenance lifecycles to maximize overall equipment effectiveness and eliminate operational downtime
• Apply AI-driven predictive maintenance modeling and analytics to forecast capacity requirements, optimize asset lifecycles, and streamline operational reporting
• Present technical strategies, progress, and risk management plans clearly to C-level executives and cross-functional leadership

Benefits

• Flexible spending accounts
• HSA
• 401(k) Plan with company match
• ESPP
• Career opportunities
• Flexible time away plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager