Crane Aerospace & Electronics is seeking a Test Engineering Supervisor to lead our high performing Power & Sensing Engineering Team in Lynnwood, WA.

If you have demonstrated ability to lead cross functional teams, are technically skilled in Engineering design and development of automatic test equipment, and wish to be part of a cohesive team that delivers next generation products in the Aerospace and Electronics industry, please read on!

Position Overview

Support the Crane Aerospace leadership team in the definition and execution of business initiatives. Accountable for the overall technical success of product line proposals, product development programs, investigations, and/or other business initiatives assigned to the group. Develop, manage and maintain test equipment design processes, product verification & qualifications, guidelines and criteria. Provide effective leadership of engineering group personnel and cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, business development, etc.), facilitating achievement of overall assignment objectives. Develop, maintain and execute technology roadmaps. Facilitate good program management skills on all department activities. Define and maintain control of department, project and product costs and schedules. Satisfy all department, project, and customer requirements including customer satisfaction, safety, quality, delivery, cost and growth.

Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership/Management Responsibilities

• Support the development and approval of project cost estimates and schedules. Ensure teams and personnel meet program requirements through mentoring and appropriate staffing.

• Maintain technical liai­son with customers, suppliers, contractors and other functional groups through effective teamwork and communication.

• Support the definition and management of technical and program requirements, including the generation and flow-down of subsystem specifications and requirements.

• Ensure accurate program accounting is achieved through effective utilization of project records and data management.

• Define and manage engineering design processes, leading process definition and improvement efforts for the group. Ensure all group engineering activities adhere to defined processes and principles.

• Ensure compliance with all company, department and regulatory procedures and requirements, including Export Compliance and ITAR.

• Provide effective leadership and management for direct reports and consulting engineering personnel located at other locations/facilities (including international locations).

• Define, manage, communicate and/or implement engineering group personnel development plans and performance appraisals.

• Ensure required engineering capabilities and skill-sets are available and fulfill department needs.

• Define, manage and execute a technology roadmap, ensuring that new / improved technologies and innovative solutions are available to meet future demands.

• Assist in the preparation and management of fiscal year operating budgets and company metrics.

Engineering Responsibilities

• Assume complete technical engineering leadership for all products assigned to the group and is a direct liaison working in unison with representatives of Business Development and Operations to plan and effectively exe­cute pro­grams.

• Provide engineering oversight and approval for product and equipment design, ensuring that all design and analysis activities are complete, accurate, and meet program requirements.

• Review and approve technical documentation necessary to satisfy customer and program requirements, including proposals, procedures, reports, correspondence, product draw­ings, drawing release packages, drawing revisions and other design documentation.

• Support Operations and/or Sustaining Engineering in the assessment and disposition of non-conforming hardware and material.

• Provide direction and support to Operations on day-to-day business, ensuring on-time delivery and quality control.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering: Electrical, Aeronautical/Aerospace, Physics or related field.

• Three (3) years of experience in a management role leading a team of direct reports.

• Eight (8) years of relevant experience in design engineering (Aerospace environment is a plus).

• Proven design project leadership ability, including the demonstrated ability to form and lead cross-functional teams.

• Working knowledge of practical managerial techniques, leadership and financial management as well as all factors affecting business results.

• Experience in an electronics manufacturing environment

• Eligibility Requirement: This position requires access to controlled data or information and therefore only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). 

Working Conditions:

• Occasional travel to customer and supplier facilities for technical interchange meetings, design reviews, product support, and technical seminars.

• Standard office environment

• Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment

• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes

About Crane Aerospace & Electronics:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

We are committed to operational excellence and world-class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

Crane Aerospace & Electronics offers competitive salaries and outstanding opportunities for career growth and development. Some of our amazing benefits include 401k match, education reimbursement, and 12 paid holidays per year. You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.comfor more information on our company and great opportunities

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.