Principal Operations Engineer

Korry Electronics Co • Everett, WA

28d

About The Position

Join us as a Principal Operations Engineer, where you will be the vital link between our innovative engineering teams, skilled technicians, and dynamic operational departments. You'll drive seamless communication, resolve critical daily issues, and ensure our operations are scalable, reliable, and cost-effective. Take the lead in executing strategic projects and aligning operational performance with our ambitious company goals. This is your chance to make a real impact on our production capabilities!

Nice To Haves

• Deep expertise in circuit card assembly (CCA), cable assemblies, Human-Machine Interface (HMI) products, including illuminated switches, cockpit control panels, and aerospace displays.
• Proven success in identifying and implementing process improvements with a focus on automation and efficiency.
• Strong project management capabilities, including risk identification and mitigation strategies.
• Exceptional cross-functional collaboration and communication skills, effectively bridging engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.
• Ability to apply rigorous engineering principles to research and resolve complex technical, operational, and quality issues.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent field
• 10+ years relevant experience in Engineering, or manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Drive Strategic Operational Success: Develop and execute cutting-edge operations engineering strategies and plans that directly support key business objectives.
• Be the Integration Expert: Proactively identify and conquer technical integration challenges spanning engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and testing.
• Lead with Technical Excellence: Mentor and inspire operations engineering teams in a collaborative, high-performance culture, providing hands-on support across the entire product lifecycle.
• Master Process Optimization: Utilize your deep knowledge of design principles (CCA, cable assemblies, HMI products like illuminated switches and aerospace displays) to design and implement innovative, automated solutions.
• Champion Quality & Compliance: Establish and uphold top-tier operations engineering standards, ensuring strict compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Deliver Flawless Project Execution: Manage project timelines and requirements to guarantee on-schedule completion and the highest quality output, while effectively mitigating risks.
• Build Strong Stakeholder Relationships: Communicate effectively with all internal and external stakeholders, representing operations engineering in key technical reviews and supplier engagements.
• Innovate the Future: Stay ahead of the curve, monitoring industry innovations and integrating state-of-the-art engineering methods and tools into our operational workflows.
• Performs special projects/tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees