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Entwistle Company

Engineering Manager

Hudson, MA · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

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Engineering Manager

Hudson, MA • On-site

Entwistle Company
201 - 500 employees

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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$130K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Job Overview
The Entwistle Company is seeking a skilled and motivated Engineering Manager to build a long-term career in our collaborative and innovative environment.
In this role, you'll help deliver mission-critical components that support U.S. and allied defense, with your leadership, technical expertise, and strategic direction directly contributing to national and global security. We value talent, encourage innovation, and promote professional growth.
This position will provide leadership and oversight of the Engineering Department, including Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Process Engineering functions. The Engineering Manager will ensure engineering activities support operational objectives, product quality, manufacturing efficiency, customer requirements, and program execution.
Ready to make a real difference? Join us.
Our Mission Statement
  1. To be an essential provider of mission-critical defense components & systems, spanning air, land, sea and space, recognized for our specialized capabilities, quality and dependability.
  2. To design, manufacture & build-to-print innovative and cost-effective products.
  3. To help our DoD, Prime and Foreign Military customers and US warfighter succeed in their missions.

At The Entwistle Company, our values-Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Commitment-guide everything we do, from daily decisions to long-term strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Leadership & Department Management
  • Lead, mentor, and develop Manufacturing, Mechanical, and Process Engineering personnel.
  • Establish departmental priorities and allocate engineering resources to support business objectives.
  • Manage engineering workload, staffing needs, and project assignments.
  • Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, training, and career development activities.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Engineering Execution & Technical Oversight
  • Oversee product design, manufacturing engineering, process engineering, and production support activities.
  • Ensure engineering deliverables are completed accurately, on schedule, and in compliance with customer requirements.
  • Review and approve engineering documentation, manufacturing processes, work instructions, drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
  • Lead technical problem-solving efforts and support root cause investigations related to manufacturing, quality, and product performance.
  • Support product development, design reviews, design verification, validation, and production readiness activities.

Manufacturing & Process Improvement
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, and other operational excellence methodologies.
  • Support development and optimization of manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and production workflows.
  • Identify opportunities to improve quality, throughput, efficiency, safety, and cost performance.
  • Monitor engineering metrics, process performance, and operational effectiveness.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with Production, Quality, Program Management, Supply Chain, Operations, and Executive Leadership to achieve organizational goals.
  • Support new product introductions, process transfers, product transitions, and production scaling efforts.
  • Coordinate engineering support for customer requirements, technical inquiries, and production challenges.
  • Assist with supplier evaluations, technical reviews, and manufacturing capability assessments.

Quality, Compliance & Risk Management
  • Ensure engineering activities comply with customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and company quality standards.
  • Support AS9100, ISO, defense, and customer-specific compliance initiatives.
  • Participate in audits, corrective action programs, process validations, and First Article Inspection activities.
  • Maintain configuration control, documentation integrity, and engineering change management processes.
  • Support compliance with applicable defense industry requirements, including ITAR, FAR/DFARS, and military specifications where applicable.

Strategic Support
  • Support the VP Military Engineering in executing departmental objectives, strategic initiatives, and organizational goals.
  • Provide recommendations regarding staffing, capital equipment investments, process improvements, and engineering priorities.
  • Assist with budget planning, project forecasting, and resource allocation.
  • Prepare and present engineering performance updates and project status reports.

Competitive pay based on experience.
What We Offer:
  • 401k - 4% match on 5% deferrals
  • PTO - Up to 5 weeks
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance
  • Employer Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Employer provided Paid Family/Medical Leave
  • Generous Health Insurance Coverage
  • Dental Insurance AND Vision Insurance
  • Safety Shoes & Glasses reimbursements
  • Employee Appreciation Events

Requirements
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering discipline required.
  • Master's degree preferred.
  • 8-12 years of engineering experience in manufacturing, defense, aerospace, or related industrial environments.
  • Minimum 3-5 years of engineering leadership or supervisory experience.
  • Experience managing cross-functional engineering projects and technical teams.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including machining, welding, fabrication, assembly, and production operations.
  • Experience with product design, process development, manufacturing support, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and quality management systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, military specifications, contracts, and technical documentation.
  • Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and engineering change management processes.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Defense or aerospace manufacturing experience.
  • Experience supporting DoD contracts and military programs.
  • Lean Six Sigma certification.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
  • Experience leading engineering teams in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment.

Related Military Job Codes:
We value military experience and recognize transferable skills. Candidates with the following military job codes or similar may have relevant experience for this position:
  • Army MOS: 12A - Engineer Officer
  • Army MOS: 914A - Allied Trades Warrant Officer
  • Navy NEC: 1440 - Engineering Duty Officer
  • Air Force AFSC: 62E - Developmental Engineer
  • Marine Corps MOS: 7509/7543 - Aviation Maintenance and Systems Officers

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130,000-150,000

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