Systems Engineering Team Lead

Job Location: Twinsburg, Ohio The systems engineering team lead is responsible for the oversight of the systems engineering design and development functions for the site as well as development of electrical systems for state-of-the-art electrical and electronic designs for use in commercial and military fixed-wing aircraft and rotorcraft. This role will be responsible for leading systems engineering efforts and coordinating with other functional teams within engineering in supporting New Product Development, R & T, and Bid & Proposal projects while also originating specifications for electrical systems, performing reviews and validation of sub-specifications, managing problem reports within the team, assisting in the development of verification testing (including rigs, requirements, etc.), and serving as an engineering representative for technical questions posed by customers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities •Provides leadership and motivation in managing the activities of the systems engineering team to ensure best performance from all within the group •Responsible for resource planning, recruitment, training and mentoring of the systems engineering team to fulfill resource needs of the organization •Interface with the conversion engineering manager/director and other functional teams within the engineering department in supporting New Product Development, R&T and Bid and Proposal projects •Develop strong customer relationships to support gaining market credibility and route-to-market •In collaboration with the conversion engineering manager/director, identify technology gaps and maintain the technology roadmap that will deliver differentiated product characteristics and new technologies •Collaborate with engineering/technical leadership to provide technical oversight and design assurance of all conversion engineering activities to ensure high quality of engineering •Maintains familiarity with engineering tools and monitors trends in developing technology to anticipate future resource needs •Work effectively with other functional groups (mechanical engineering, programs, test lab, supply chain, business development, quality, etc.) to successfully achieve program milestones and other division goals •Evaluates performance of individuals for their quality of work and effectiveness in accomplishing assignments and implements corrective actions when necessary •Originate specifications for new or modified (from existing) electrical power systems to support customer, manufacturing, regulatory, industry standard, and market requirements •Interpret engineering analysis, test data, simulations, etc. to both develop and inform system level requirements for the electrical system

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience •Minimum of bachelor's degree in electrical or software/computer engineering or equivalent •A minimum of ten (10) years' experience in systems or electrical design in a regulated industry •Management aptitude in a new product design and manufacturing environment involving control and communications in an embedded software environment •Must be a United States citizen or possess the legal right to work in the U.S. on military and commercial applications. Knowledge/Skills •Demonstrated high level of ability, leadership, motivation and aptitude •Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work with individuals/teams at all levels within the organization and with customers •Knowledge of various aspects of electrical and software engineering disciplines •Experience with systems engineering involving multi-discipline design teams and products in a regulated environment •Experience with ARP4754A, DO-254, DO-178C, and/or other regulated processes as related to electronic equipment for use in an aerospace environment •Ability to provide clear direction and delegation •Strong project management and organizational skills •Strong communication and team-building skills •Ability to function in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision •Demonstrated analytical problem-solving acumen •Solid technical judgement Preferred Skills: •MSEE/MSCE and/or MBA •Previous engineering management experience *This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security-based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.