Loar Group

Vice President of Engineering

Loar Group, Cincinnati

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Loar Group (NYSE: LOAR) is seeking a senior Engineering leader for one of its operating units located in the mid-western US. Loar group specializes in acquiring and growing companies that design and manufacture highly engineered products for the global aerospace & defense market. To date Loar has acquired 17 niche aerospace & defense manufacturing businesses across the US and Europe.

The ideal candidate will be a commercially minded Engineering leader, with a proven track record of success managing and developing a best in class engineering organization in a high growth industrial manufacturing environment. Experience in Aerospace and/or other highly regulated industries is required.

The Vice President, Engineering is responsible for:

Working collaboratively with the President and the senior leadership team to ensure growth and profitability of the business.
Supporting manufacturing operations across 2 businesses - process optimization, change control, troubleshooting, and material processing.
Supporting business development and commercial growth as the technical lead.
Building and mentoring a high performing engineering team.
Leading technical communications for material and part qualifications with external customers.
Oversee Material Production and new material development as required.
Strong leader with ability to foster a high performing culture
Strong business and financial acumen
Pragmatic decision-maker
High integrity and ethical conduct
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Results driven with a growth mindset
Highly collaborative team player
Agile, able to thrive in a fast paced entrepreneurial environment

Requirements:

BS degree in a technical discipline or 10+ years relevant experience in composites. A BSME or BSChE is highly preferred. Aerospace experience is preferred.
Strong understanding of polymer composite material composition, physical, thermal and mechanical properties.
Experience with compression molding, hand layup, bonding, curing, along with manual and CNC machining processes.
Deep understanding and ability to practically apply mechanical engineering principles.
High competence in presenting technical analysis in customer design reviews, and engineering source approval evaluations.
Experience in leading materials performance improvement projects using six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing philosophy
United States citizenship or permanent residency.
Highly competitive compensation package
401(K) Retirement Plan with company match
Medical, Dental, Vision – Complete Health Care Package
PTO + Paid Holidays

For additional information on the role, please reach out to Rachel Lock

Seniority level

Seniority level
Director

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Industries
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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