Eaton
Chief Engineer, Aerospace Electrification
Eaton’s corporate Research Labs team is seeking a Chief Engineer to support Aerospace Electrification. This position can be based in one of the following locations within the US: Golden, CO; Raleigh, NC; Southfield, MI; Galesburg, MI; Menomonee Falls, WI; Pittsburgh, PA; Beachwood, OH; or Irvine, CA. Candidates must be based within 50 miles of these locations as relocation assistance is not available. Up to 25% travel is expected on average.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $145,500.03 – $213,400.04, plus eligibility for a variable incentive program. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
The Chief Engineer – Aerospace Electrification will initiate, lead, and create research and develop emerging technology programs for Aerospace Electrification. This leader will build solid relationships with engineering and business leaders at the highest levels within Eaton to drive strong business cases for new commercial applications and acquire needed resources and funding, including US Government.
What You’ll Do As the Chief Engineer you will be a recognized authority in the field, working closely with other electrification experts to develop the technology and strategies for broad aerospace applications within the Energy Systems team. You will serve as a principal investigator on key projects, responsible for developing and meeting project schedules; defining scope of work, cost, and technical targets; and preparing reports for all research and innovation themes under your control. You will develop and maintain relationships with the external technical community (academia, national labs, government agencies, industry groups, international events), mentor staff, and consult with key internal stakeholders and customers.
Create and define research and technology‑focused themes, participate in defining technology investment strategy, and lead complex global technology realization programs in Aerospace Electrification.
Work with GTDs across Eaton globally to define technical competencies and capabilities required to support technology strategy, including refining lab technical capabilities and attracting technical talent.
Create emerging Energy Systems research programs based on breakthrough technologies necessary for energy transition, reliability, and efficiency in the aerospace industry.
Advance state‑of‑the‑art energy and power systems and identify and develop commercialization opportunities with Eaton’s diverse global businesses.
Own technical leadership through aerospace electrification roadmaps and collaborate with multi‑disciplinary globally distributed teams.
Identify program/project risks and influence key stakeholders to make pivot/persevere/kill decisions.
Influence, resolve, and communicate major changes in projects or program achievements to cross‑functional teams at all levels.
Coordinate and influence the research focus of partnering university consortiums and national lab initiatives.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution (required). Preferred: PhD in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
Minimum 15 years of professional experience, including time in the aerospace electrification industry.
Experience working on government proposals, programs, or contracts within an organization.
Access to export‑controlled information required; applicant must be a U.S. person (citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).
Experience as a Principal Investigator in a research setting is helpful.
Position Criteria
Expertise with aerospace propulsion or power systems.
Expertise in one or more of the following areas: vehicle/aircraft electrical distribution architecture modeling and analysis, circuit protection and advanced control system design, energy storage systems for aircraft applications, thermal and air management for aircraft; includes creating specifications, defining application space, modeling and designing technical solution concepts, and building and testing prototypes.
Extensive experience in leading engineering groups and mentoring engineering talent to develop concepts and prototypes for bench and in‑vehicle demonstrations.
Extensive experience in developing proposals and winning government‑funded programs related to transportation electrification.
Track record leading externally‑funded programs, interacting with customers’ and partners’ advanced research and development organizations.
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on 10/24/25.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second‑chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and other local laws.
To request a disability‑related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call 1‑800‑836‑6345.
Eaton provides various health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work.
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The expected annual salary range for this role is $145,500.03 – $213,400.04, plus eligibility for a variable incentive program. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
The Chief Engineer – Aerospace Electrification will initiate, lead, and create research and develop emerging technology programs for Aerospace Electrification. This leader will build solid relationships with engineering and business leaders at the highest levels within Eaton to drive strong business cases for new commercial applications and acquire needed resources and funding, including US Government.
What You’ll Do As the Chief Engineer you will be a recognized authority in the field, working closely with other electrification experts to develop the technology and strategies for broad aerospace applications within the Energy Systems team. You will serve as a principal investigator on key projects, responsible for developing and meeting project schedules; defining scope of work, cost, and technical targets; and preparing reports for all research and innovation themes under your control. You will develop and maintain relationships with the external technical community (academia, national labs, government agencies, industry groups, international events), mentor staff, and consult with key internal stakeholders and customers.
Create and define research and technology‑focused themes, participate in defining technology investment strategy, and lead complex global technology realization programs in Aerospace Electrification.
Work with GTDs across Eaton globally to define technical competencies and capabilities required to support technology strategy, including refining lab technical capabilities and attracting technical talent.
Create emerging Energy Systems research programs based on breakthrough technologies necessary for energy transition, reliability, and efficiency in the aerospace industry.
Advance state‑of‑the‑art energy and power systems and identify and develop commercialization opportunities with Eaton’s diverse global businesses.
Own technical leadership through aerospace electrification roadmaps and collaborate with multi‑disciplinary globally distributed teams.
Identify program/project risks and influence key stakeholders to make pivot/persevere/kill decisions.
Influence, resolve, and communicate major changes in projects or program achievements to cross‑functional teams at all levels.
Coordinate and influence the research focus of partnering university consortiums and national lab initiatives.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution (required). Preferred: PhD in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
Minimum 15 years of professional experience, including time in the aerospace electrification industry.
Experience working on government proposals, programs, or contracts within an organization.
Access to export‑controlled information required; applicant must be a U.S. person (citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).
Experience as a Principal Investigator in a research setting is helpful.
Position Criteria
Expertise with aerospace propulsion or power systems.
Expertise in one or more of the following areas: vehicle/aircraft electrical distribution architecture modeling and analysis, circuit protection and advanced control system design, energy storage systems for aircraft applications, thermal and air management for aircraft; includes creating specifications, defining application space, modeling and designing technical solution concepts, and building and testing prototypes.
Extensive experience in leading engineering groups and mentoring engineering talent to develop concepts and prototypes for bench and in‑vehicle demonstrations.
Extensive experience in developing proposals and winning government‑funded programs related to transportation electrification.
Track record leading externally‑funded programs, interacting with customers’ and partners’ advanced research and development organizations.
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on 10/24/25.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second‑chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and other local laws.
To request a disability‑related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call 1‑800‑836‑6345.
Eaton provides various health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work.
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