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Sierra Nevada Corporation · 1 day ago

Military Fellowship Program: Engineering Manager (Hardware Engineering)

Plano, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Sierra Nevada Corporation is a leader in ISR and aviation systems, focusing on innovative solutions for the U.S. Air Force's mission. The Engineering Manager will oversee functional teams, manage program execution, and ensure engineering processes meet program goals and budgets.

AerospaceCyber SecurityHardwareNavigationProduct DesignSecuritySoftware

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Support project staffing plans, schedules, budgets, bids, and estimates for proposed program work packages, including the execution of risk mitigation plans

Ensure the availability and effectiveness of required tools, processes, and training to achieve program success, while aligning with SNC tools/processes and industry best practices/standards

Manage resource allocations required for program task execution, as well as risk, issue, and challenge identification

Collaborate with the business to determine staffing requirements and help source, screen, interview, and hire top engineering talent

Execute onboarding support, training, mentorship, and career path/talent development activities for engineering discipline teams

Provide career path support, conduct performance evaluations, and facilitate conflict resolution

Qualification

Engineering managementSystems design leadershipElectrical systems designComputer Aided EngineeringMechanical design principlesEngineering principlesRisk managementEarned Value ManagementTeam motivationMicrosoft Project proficiencyCommunicationOrganizational skillsMentorship capabilitiesConflict resolution

Required

Currently serving as active duty military and be eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program

Bachelor's of Science degree in a related discipline

Typically, 8+ years of progressive engineering experience, which includes 4+ years of management experience

Experience working in and leading large systems design and development teams

Experience leading the development, maturation, and approval of product level designs

Understanding of electrical systems design and hardware integration

Knowledge of industry-standard mechanical design principles

Thorough Understanding of engineering principles and practices

Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools, analysis and simulation

Ability to work in multi-disciplinary design and development teams

Excellent communication and organizational skills

The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred

Experience leading a multi-disciplinary team through system baseline definition and maturation exercises in a complex development setting

Thorough understanding of establishing, tracking, and addressing key programmatic risks

Knowledge of guidance and certification of aircraft Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems (EWIS)

Understanding of Engineering Simulation such as Finite Element structural Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Thermal Analysis

Experience with identifying and coordinating resources to ensure the required tools, processes, and training are available/effective and programs are staffed and supported to achieve success

Previous management experience; exposure to recruiting employees; assigning, directing, and evaluating their work; and overseeing the development and maintenance of staff competence

Understanding of how to prepare project schedules, budgets, bids, and estimates for proposed program work packages

Prior exposure to working successfully in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment emphasizing rapid prototyping and fielding of capabilities, with minimal supervision

Background in assessing and addressing Aerospace and Defense System Complexity and System Integration challenges

Experience with CATIA 3DExperience

Familiarity with reverse engineering practices to include 3D scanning and hand-surveying

Experience in executing high-impact trade studies

Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)

Experience with automation and configuration management

Experienced in the application of ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288

Proven experience interviewing engineering candidates for technical positions

Effective mentorship capabilities and experience conducting training

Strong aptitude for resolving conflicts and supporting career development within the team

Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military

Ability to motivate/work with others