Sr. Manager Development & Design Engineering (Interconnect)

Koch•Addison, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Design Engineering Manager to lead the engineering team in the design, development, and testing of new and existing products. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring engineering excellence, technical accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration across design, manufacturing, and testing functions. You’ll lead a multidisciplinary engineering team based in Addison, focused on delivering high-performance, high-reliability products for the aerospace and defense industry. We operate at the intersection of creativity, precision, and customer focus, driving innovation from concept through production.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
7–10 years of engineering experience, with leadership responsibilities
Strong understanding of product design principles, manufacturing methods, and testing procedures
Experience interpreting technical standards, specifications, and compliance requirements
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization

Nice To Haves

Prior experience managing engineering design teams in the aerospace or defense industry
Proficiency with CAD and PLM tools for document control and product lifecycle management
Familiarity with configuration management and document release processes
Strong analytical skills with a background in root cause analysis and continuous improvement
Experience working directly with customers on technical requirements and issue resolution

Responsibilities

Direct the design and development of new products and improvements to existing systems
Oversee prototype development, design validation, and transition to manufacturing
Collaborate with management, production, and marketing to ensure product feasibility, performance, and customer alignment
Review designs for compliance with engineering standards, specifications, and contractual requirements
Lead resolution of design and testing challenges, guiding the team through complex technical issues
Ensure controlled release and accuracy of engineering documents, BOMs, and change processes
Provide leadership, mentoring, and performance oversight to engineering staff
Drive cross-functional collaboration to meet schedules, budgets, and technical targets