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Voyager Technologies Inc

Engineering Manager

Voyager Technologies Inc, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, were building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for whats next. Were a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person,

forge the future with Voyager . Job Summary: The Engineering Department Manager (EDM) is a leader responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the engineering team and for assigning engineering resources and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. This is a highly technical role with a broad skill set that includes mechanical engineering design (SolidWorks), thermal, shock and vibrational analysis for electronic or similar assemblies, and experience in manufacturing and production of qualified hardware/systems for space. Knowledge of space flight requirements, standards, and environments, along with machining and mechanical assembly considerations, is required. The EDM provides technical guidance, maintains design-flow processes, and ensures effective communication between the engineering team and other departments. The EDM acts as the technical contact for inquiries and coordinates with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to align engineering efforts with business objectives. Responsibilities: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the engineering team Oversee the development and execution of projects Review ongoing efforts and rectify issues Support internal and external design and development reviews with related documentation Ensure adherence to Voyager quality standards, design and development processes, and standard operating procedures Ensure the engineering team remains focused on projects, company goals and objectives Check the teams work for technical accuracy and the validity of methods used Ensure the team has adequate means and tools for efficient project execution and product development; determine equipment, software licenses, staff, and training needs Assist in project resource allocations, ensuring engineers are efficiently allocated with balanced workloads Monitor and evaluate engineers progress Promote a culture that rewards motivation and cooperation Coordinate work with other managers and staff Participate in proposals and trade studies, including evaluating contractor and subcontractor proposals for technical feasibility Review contracts/proposals/opportunities with emphasis on SOW, technical requirements, data requirements and compliance; communicate to the engineering team after acceptance Evaluate and approve strategies to bridge technical, programmatic and personnel gaps in the engineering team Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree in mechanical, aerospace engineering or equivalent and 10 years of industry experience Capable of multi-tasking; working on multiple projects and supporting production activities Strong technical background; able to quickly learn new technologies Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Preferred Qualifications: Experience with requirements development and analysis, specifications, engineering drawings, interface control documents, test plans/procedures/scripts/software, validation & verification plans Knowledge of space system designs, environments and operations Experience engaging government and commercial customers to advance projects through engineering management Proficiency with enterprise tools (ERP, PDM, PLM, QMS, CM, EDA) and engineering design and analysis Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools to plan, execute, and monitor projects effectively Voyager offers a comprehensive compensation package, including competitive salary, discretionary annual bonus plan, PTO, health benefits, retirement savings, wellness program and other benefits. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr