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Director of Engineering, Product Engineering

AV, Simi Valley, California, United States, 93065

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Director of Engineering, Product Engineering

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Job Description

The Director of Engineering leads a highly innovative, enterprise-wide, multi-discipline engineering organization, which develops world-class products and solutions within a defined fast-paced R&D development process, with highest levels of safety, reliability, innovation and lowest cost for multiple applications and across multiple business areas.

In this role, the Director of Engineering is responsible for leading AV's sustaining engineering and engineering services of UAV systems for military and commercial applications.

Position Responsibilities

Develops and leads an engineering organization capable of fast and effective prototyping of select development projects/programs to meet customer needs

Transition some projects to fully manufactural/production-ready products

Develops, implements and continuously improves engineering tools, best practices, capabilities, and capacity to support multiple Commercial & Defense businesses within AV in global and emerging markets

Develops, implements, and maintains configuration and data management plans, policies, and procedures

Effectively plans and manages engineering budgets and financial objectives consistent with Annual Operating Plan (AOP)

Manages engineering resources and staffing level consistent with the business's strategic plan & AOP

Coordinates R&D and Sustaining projects with customer-facing organizations (Business Unit) and Operations to meet program and project objectives

Creates an environment where engineers and employees can grow professionally and excel

Collaborates with senior managers to establish strategic plans and objectives; makes decisions on administrative or operational matters and ensures objectives are achieved

Regularly interacts with executives and/or major customers, including negotiations and influencing senior leaders on matters of significance

Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

12+ years of engineering experience, including 5+ years leading engineering organizations and managing teams across multiple IPTs

Aerospace hardware and software engineering experience required

Proven leadership of a multi-disciplined engineering organization (aero, electrical, video processing, remote sensing, embedded/software, mechanical-design, CAD, systems, configuration/data management)

Knowledge of ANSI EIA-649, GEIA-859, DRM, ASME Y14.100 and/or related industry standards

Knowledge of PLM, ERP, MRP and other enterprise systems

Experience motivating teams and developing a high-quality, motivated workplace

Proven track record of developing and implementing engineering processes, tools, and best practices

B.S. degree in an engineering or technical/scientific discipline required

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

Graduate and post-graduate degrees in a technical/scientific discipline are highly preferred

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Experienced leader and team player with ability to work on complex issues

Visionary, adaptable decision-maker who can explore multiple paths

Inspires and empowers people to deliver organizational goals

Champions change and fosters a culture of quick adaptation

Builds trustful internal and external relationships

Assesses risk and opportunities and acts to mitigate or capitalize

Physical Demands

Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)

Requires sitting or standing for long periods; operating computer and keyboard (Frequent)

Special Requirements U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required. ITAR/EAR compliance required; some positions require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Willingness to obtain a security clearance where applicable.

Salary Range : $176,000 - $249,480

ITAR: U.S. Citizenship required for government contracts. Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Benefits AV offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information, visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits

EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected status.

Join us to develop the next generation of UAS and tactical missile systems.

Location: Moorpark, CA

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