Hardware Engineering Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Hardware Engineering Manager to join our team. The Hardware Engineering Manager is responsible for overseeing the design, development, and maintenance of hardware systems and components used in aerospace applications, including aircraft, aircraft support, ground test equipment and other aerospace technologies. Role ensures that hardware systems meet stringent requirements for safety, performance, and reliability.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of hardware engineers in the design and development of hardware systems.
• Provide mentorship and career development to team members, fostering innovation and continuous learning.
• Establish and manage engineering workflows, assigning tasks, tracking progress, and ensuring timely delivery of projects.
• Oversee the design, testing, and integration of hardware components and systems, ensuring they meet industry standards.
• Ensure that all hardware designs meet safety, performance, reliability, and environmental specifications.
• Lead efforts to innovate and optimize hardware architectures, circuits, and systems.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (software, systems engineering, quality assurance, etc.) to ensure seamless integration between hardware and software.
• Collaborate with product managers, quality assurance, and manufacturing teams to ensure the hardware meets customer and regulatory requirements.
• Manage multiple engineering projects, ensuring resources, budget, and timelines are effectively allocated and followed.
• Oversee risk management processes and ensure that potential risks are identified and mitigated.
• Provide status updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Review and approve detailed engineering documentation including designs, test plans, and reports.
• Maintain traceability of hardware requirements and designs throughout the product lifecycle.
• Oversee hardware testing, including DO-160 environmental testing (vibration, thermal, etc.), to validate product performance.
• Analyze test data to identify performance issues, leading to troubleshooting and corrective actions.
• Ensure that all hardware meets rigorous reliability standards before deployment.
• Lead efforts to enhance existing hardware systems and improve manufacturing processes.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in hardware engineering.
• Engage with customers to understand their needs and expectations, ensuring the design meets both functional and operational requirements.
• Participate in technical meetings, providing insights and solutions to hardware-related challenges.
• Works out proposals and cost estimates.
• Performs additional duties as required to meet project or organizational needs.

Job Requirements:

• 9+ years' experience with electrical and electronic engineering including instrumentation.
• BSEE from accredited college or university.
• Experience with environmental testing (vibration, thermal, shock testing) for aerospace components.
• Strong knowledge of hardware design principles, embedded systems, PCB design, and hardware/software integration.
• Proficiency in hardware design and simulation tools.
• Familiarity with aerospace standards and certifications (DO-254, DO-160, MIL-STD, etc.).
• Knowledge of hardware validation and verification processes.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and interact with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Organizational and project management skills.
• Must possess time management and supervisory skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Project.

We offer an excellent benefits package, including life insurance, comprehensive medical and dental plan, profit sharing and retirement plan, paid holidays, vacation and PTO. Salary will be commensurate with experience, education and ability.

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