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PAR Systems · 1 month ago

Chief Engineer – Automated Assembly (Aerospace & Defense)

Shoreview, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$150K/yr - $200K/yr

10+ years exp

PAR Systems is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the design and development of automation systems for aerospace and defense applications. This role involves driving innovation in assembly automation, engaging with customers, and guiding R&D initiatives to enhance capabilities in precision assembly and inspection.

AerospaceIndustrial AutomationLife ScienceManufacturingNuclearRobotics

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Engage directly with customers to understand technical and operational requirements for aerospace and defense assembly systems

Lead concept development for Requests for Quotation (RFQs), defining architectures, technologies, and risk mitigation strategies

Collaborate across mechanical, electrical, controls, and project management disciplines to refine technical solutions and produce accurate cost, schedule, and risk estimates

Present technical approaches and business cases to internal stakeholders, including senior leadership, for alignment with company strategy

Serve as a primary technical voice in business development discussions, ensuring solutions balance innovation, manufacturability, and profitability

Contribute to the long-range R&D roadmap for Automated Assembly, identifying technologies that enhance PAR’s capabilities in small-parts handling, precision assembly, and inspection automation

Collaborate with external partners, universities, and suppliers to accelerate innovation in robotics, sensing, and digital factory integration

Represent PAR in industry conferences and technical forums to strengthen our leadership in advanced assembly automation

Act as a senior technical advisor and “Red Team” leader who is called upon to help project teams resolve high-complexity design, process, or integration challenges

Facilitate structured problem-solving reviews, applying engineering fundamentals and cross-disciplinary insight to guide root cause identification and resolution

Mentor engineers in automation design principles, system integration, and technical risk management, building organizational depth and technical maturity

Qualification

Automated assembly systemsSmall-parts assembly designCross-functional team leadershipRFQ concept developmentR&D strategy executionAerospace industry experienceISO 9001 knowledgeMechanical engineeringElectrical engineeringIndustrial engineeringTechnical communicationProblem-solving skillsLeadership skills

Required

10+ years of experience in custom automation or small-parts assembly system design and delivery

BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field); MS preferred

Proven record in the design and integration of automated assembly systems including part handling, precision fixturing, laser integration, fastening, dispensing, and inspection

Experience developing automation for regulated industries such as aerospace or defense, with working knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality standards

Demonstrated success in RFQ concept development, cost estimation, and proposal generation aligned to customer requirements

Experience leading cross-functional technical teams through complex problem-solving and system validation

Demonstrated capability in guiding R&D initiatives and integrating emerging automation technologies into production solutions

Strong leadership and communication skills—able to engage directly with customers and clearly articulate technical strategies to executives and engineers alike

Experience collaborating with legal teams on IP management and technical contract negotiation

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