Director Of Engineering

AeroVironment

Hood River, OR, US
Base: $148,000 - $217,875; bonus/equity: not speci...
8-12 years aerospace product design experience
Multi-disciplinary team leadership
Product manufacturing and configuration processes
The Director of Engineering leads a motivated multi-disciplined engineering organization responsible for developing new features and sustaining products throughout the lifecycle

Job Summary

  • The Director of Engineering leads a motivated multi-disciplined engineering organization responsible for developing new features and sustaining products throughout the lifecycle.
  • This role requires extensive experience in aerospace product design, including managing drawings, BOMs, and engineering change systems within a disciplined engineering approach.
  • AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K matching, a 9/80 work schedule, and a paid holiday shutdown.

Matching Summary

The Director of Engineering leads a motivated multi-disciplined engineering organization responsible for developing new features and sustaining products throughout the lifecycle.

Salary

Base: $148,000 - $217,875; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401K match, 9/80 schedule

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8-12 years aerospace product design experience
  • Multi-disciplinary team leadership
  • Product manufacturing and configuration processes
  • Engineering change systems and quality systems
  • Technical coaching and mentoring capabilities

Nice-to-have

  • Project management experience
  • Experience with aircraft subsystems in R&D
  • Strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals
  • Ability to excel in fast-paced deadline-driven environment

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering discipline required
  • Minimum 8-12 years demonstrated aerospace experience
  • U.S. Citizenship required for ITAR compliance

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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