Engineering Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 10 or more years of progressive experience in Aerospace and Defense.
• 5 or more years of experience in a leadership or project management capacity.
• Proven experience leading technical teams in complex aerospace product development, autonomous unmanned vehicles, or defense engineering environments.
• Experience leading complex product development programs from concept through production.
• Demonstrated history of Program Management and Project Execution.
• Deep understanding of AS9100 standards and the ability to translate requirements into compliant processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including expertise in root cause analysis, risk management, and corrective and preventive action.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools such as JIRA and Microsoft Project.
• Strong technical foundation in mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering, depending on product type.
• Proficiency with CAD tools, PLM systems, and project management software.
• Strong understanding of design for manufacturability, prototyping, and validation testing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• High initiative, accountability, and execution discipline under minimal supervision.
• Collaborative leadership style that fosters trust, teamwork, and performance excellence.
• Strong decision-making and prioritization skills, balancing technical rigor with schedule and cost realities.
• Secret DoD clearance, ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance, and U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to meet the described physical demands, including frequently sitting and reaching to use computers and other office equipment; reasonable accommodations may be made.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop a team of Project Engineers serving as Control Account Managers for assigned work packages.
• Ensure engineering standards, processes, and best practices are consistently applied, and maintain accountability for team deliverables and performance.
• Maintain employee schedules and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Foster collaboration, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and manage engineering project plans aligned with program goals and contractual requirements.
• Review contractual deliverables and define Non-Recurring Engineering scope and execution strategy.
• Coordinate with discipline leads to define tasks, resource allocation, and sequencing.
• Manage timelines, risks, and deliverables using project management tools.
• Provide technical input to Business Development for proposals and new opportunities.
• Oversee CAM planning, cost control, variance analysis, schedule management, forecasting, and earned value compliance.
• Ensure work package structure and reporting meet program control and customer requirements.
• Support Program Management in developing and maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule.
• Provide concise, data-driven status updates and technical briefings to leadership and customers.
• Ensure engineering activities comply with applicable AS9100 and internal standards.
• Promote rigorous internal design reviews and meaningful root cause and corrective action activities.
• Perform other duties as required to support department and company objectives.
• Maintain professional behavior with internal and external business associates, embody company values, and attend regularly and reliably on a full-time basis or according to the posted schedule.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance group coverage, with a portion of premiums paid by the company.
• Professional development funds.
• Employee Assistance Plan with counseling, legal help, and child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.