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Senior Manager, Hardware Engineering-Defense Solutions

We have a rewarding position available for a Senior Manager, Hardware Engineering at our Sant Clarita, CA facility.

You will supervise engineering design and technical service. Perform all functions of technical consulting, conceptual design and cost estimation.

Location: Santa Clarita, CA-Onsite

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase PlanI Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Salary Range: $ 165,700.00 - $ 220,900.00 per year plus bonus
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in California. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

Your Challenge

• Provides engineering drawings/specifications; obtains construction bids; performs construction management as required.

• Possesses working knowledge of testing and data interpretation on vibration analysis, wear materials non-destructive testing, monitoring/failure analysis and equipment failure history analysis.

• Performs precision machine element alignments as required. Performs CAD machine duties; reads blueprints; interprets technical specifications; estimates costs and composes reports.

• Performs stress, strain and deflection analysis; performs bearing and power transmission design analysis.

• Provides work leadership for lower level staff.

• Manages and analyzes the testing and feasibility studies of mechanical products, instruments, subassemblies, and packaging for new and existing products.

• Directs the introduction of design changes to the manufacturing and drafting organizations.

• Evaluates final results of mechanical design and test to assure accomplishment of technical objectives.

• Ensures that proper documentation, such as test specifications and procedures, is provided to the appropriate functional area.

• Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

What You Bring

• A minimum of 10 years' experience in electro-mechanical packaging, electronics or computer chassis design, thermal management and structural management of electronics

• Experience in a supervisory role

• Familiar with electronic subsystems, circuit boards and debug of electronic systems

• Extensive experience with SolidWorks, including FEA and FDA add-ons (thermal, vibration, shock, fluid flow)

• VPX & VME Electronics Packaging experience

• Extensive experience in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance to ASME Y14.5.

• Experience in leading a cross-functional team in the development of electronic subsystems, from concept to production

• Ability to create models and drawings, present design reviews, and perform trade studies and design reviews. Capable of coordinating multiple project responsibilities. Must be a team player and have knowledge of MS Office Suite.

• Knowledge and experience in military ruggedization of electronic subsystems, MIL-STD-810 qualification, and familiarity with VITA standards for electronics and mechanical form factors

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering

• Master's degree in electrical engineering field preferred

Who We Are:
Our Values
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The Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions facility in Santa Clarita, California is the center of excellence for hardware level system integration and advanced package design.
Integrated Systems in Santa Clarita prides itself on experience, expertise, and low risk solutions. Our primary focus is understanding the technical challenges our customers face and creating partnerships in order to provide a high TRL solution.
For more information visit: Santa Clarita, California | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com)

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

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