Director of Electrical Engineering

Electrical Engineering ManagerOur client are seeking a senior electrical engineer to manage and direct the Avionics and Electronics team.Position is on-site in Houghton, MichiganResponsibilities: Direct and manage avionics teamDirect team members who oversee electronics manufacturing partnersSupport electronics production, including managing non-conforming product resolutionProvide technical direction to enable the avionics team to efficiently solve technical problems in production and designCreate engineering resource plans, development plans, and processes to optimize project staffing Establish budgets and schedules to help scope and lead projectsMentor less experienced engineers to implement robust production systems and drive continuous improvements Utilize a continuous improvement mindset and train engineering staff in problem solving techniques to identify root cause and resolve problems in a timely fashion Perform other duties as assignedMinimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related degree 10 years of experience with development and production programs for complex electronic products6+ years of team management experienceExperience with EEE parts selection and supply chain considerationsWillingness to travel up to 25% of the time (travel will primarily be within a half-day's drive from Houghton)Preferred Qualifications:Experience with electronics contract manufacturers either as a customer or an employeeExperience with electronic manufacturing processes such as: pick-and-place, solder reflow, AOI, conformal coat, etc.Experience with space electronics and radiation tolerant design and qualification testingExperience with power electronics

Created: 2025-02-21