Mechanical Engineering Group Manager

Nightforce Optics • Orofino, ID

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About The Position

Nightforce Optics is looking for a Mechanical Engineering Group Manager. As part of the Nightforce R&D team, you will have a critical role in the development process of new or existing products. You will be responsible for organizing, managing, and leading the Mechanical Engineering Group through the development process of next-generation optics, including classical optics, electro-mechanical, and/or electro-optical systems and accessories used for Mil-Spec and Commercial applications within the firearms and outdoor industries.

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, related technical degree, or equivalent work experience and education
• 7+ years of demonstrated hands-on mechanical design experience with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
• Experience with engineering document generation and change processes.
• Strong engineering project management and team building skills, and ability to establish priorities and work direction.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage a project from concept to full production.
• Proficiency using CAD design tools.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office tools.
• Proven troubleshooting skills and the ability to solve difficult problems.
• Self-motivated to resolve problems in creative ways, researching new technologies and standards.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and skills quickly.
• Dynamic and open-minded
• Strong people management abilities with the capability to ensure team success (staffing, productivity) as well as the career development of team members.
• Positive attitude and be highly motivated.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• High regard for confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to keep accurate records.
• Due to government ITAR regulations, you must be a US citizen.

Nice To Haves

• 5 years of demonstrated management experience in overseeing a team of engineers
• Software: Autodesk Inventor, Smartsheet, Google Suite of tools
• Optical, opto-mechanical, and electro-optics experience.
• Knowledge of the shooting sports industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage and work with the Mechanical Engineering Group in the day-to-day performance of their jobs or engineering project functions.
• Lead the Mechanical Engineering Group in the development and creation of new product designs through the entire design phase, including the transfer from final design samples to production.
• Regularly and formally communicate tasks to project teams.
• Work with other engineering groups and departments to ensure cohesive collaborations.
• Plan, organize, and track design schedule to meet overall project timelines.
• Understand and drive organizational processes for the ISO 9001 quality management system related to design, manufacture, and test controls for the mechanical engineering group.
• Create and refine Standard Operating Procedures for product design.
• Coordinate and drive continuous improvement activities and quality projects.
• Utilize change management to implement and improve relevant processes, policies, and procedures to improve effectiveness across the engineering team
• Assist in recruiting, developing, and maintaining an effective engineering team.
• Coach and develop staff by providing an environment that encourages ongoing professional growth, appreciation, and positivity.
• Ensure staff receive the appropriate training and skill development opportunities to be successful in their roles
• Work closely with Product Managers to ensure designs fulfill market demand and sales potential.
• Travel as needed to other off-site NFO engineering locations
• Track attendance, approve time off requests, and review and approve time cards weekly.
• Assist in vendor development and supplier management
• Participate in mechanical engineering process improvement initiatives to ensure alignment of operations initiatives.
• Assist in creating department budget.
• Ensure changes follow the ECO process and are documented appropriately.
• Conduct performance reviews of the mechanical engineering team.
• Manage revisions for all design files and documentation.
• Perform root cause analysis of defective parts.
• Serve as technical correspondent to the Materials department.
• Recommend design modifications to eliminate quality issues.
• Product testing with live gunfire and in-field usage.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% paid benefits for the employee including: medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability, Accident, and life insurance
• Paid Time Off Package - 60 hours your first year
• 10-13 paid holidays per year
• Matching 401k after one year of employment
• 4-day work week, who doesn't like 3-day weekends?
• Pride in our product
• Employee discount on scopes and Nightforce apparel
• Service Awards Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees