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Protecting What Matters. Powering the Future of Naval Technology.

Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms, our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the world's most complex environments.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we continue to push boundaries-driven by innovation, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Join us as we shape the future of naval warfare-safeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.

Nationality Requirements

Due to the nature of the programs we support, certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Position Summary

Ultra Maritime's Engineering team supports the development and production of cutting-edge Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) technology. In this role you would manage the Electrical Engineering Department for Ultra Maritime Airborne ASW in Columbia City. You will manage a team that supports the design, production, and testing of advanced ASW sonobuoy receivers, RF front-end modules, power and analog electronics, and digital signal processing electronics. Reporting to the Director of Electrical Engineering, you would provide leadership that fosters technical excellence, team collaboration, and professional growth within the Electrical Engineering team. In addition, you would drive project execution, process improvement, and personnel development to meet business objectives.

Job Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Implements policies/procedures and develops tools for designing, testing, installing, and maintaining electrical equipment or devices.
• Monitor Electrical Engineering staffing needs and resolve resource overages and shortfalls by developing staffing plans and projections to support business and program needs.
• Lead recruitment efforts: write job requisitions, conduct interviews, evaluate candidates, and oversee hiring and onboarding

• Coordinates projects with other technical teams and vendors to ensure engineering projects are appropriately staffed and milestones are achieved.
• Conduct performance reviews and evaluate, coach, and develop engineers/PCB Designers.
• Develops innovative solutions to engineering problems considering multiple aspects and alternatives.
• Influences senior management in the development of staffing plans, budgets, and policies which impact the business.
• Provides value-added perspectives and advisory services that are important to decision-making.
• Reviews and approves new or revised designs, testing, or procedures.
• Fosters a safe working culture and ensures a safe working environment for staff.

• Ensure programs meet cost, schedule, and technical performance goals for Electrical Engineering content.
• Provide leadership and direction to resolve project execution challenges
• Ensure all staff and programs comply with UM US engineering processes, policies, and standards
• Provide technical oversight and leadership across multiple projects

• Fosters a safe working culture and ensures a safe working environment for staff.

Required Skills:

• Minimum BS Electrical Engineering degree with 9 + years experience within a relevant complex engineering environment
• Minimum 1 year leadership experience involving responsibility for technical, financial, and/or personnel resources.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief effectively to peers and senior leadership
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex engineering projects to meet schedule, budget, and technical goals
• Ability to obtain a US Government security clearance. Security clearances are granted to U.S. citizens.

Desired Skills:

• Computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office, Project, and Visio.
• Standard Engineering Design tools such as Schematic Design (Altium preferred), Simulation, Modeling.
• Demonstrated experience in Earned Value Management or Cost Account Management, including budget planning, cost performance tracking, variance analysis, and execution of programs in compliance with contractual and financial requirements.
• Experience with proposal development: RFPs, SOWs, BOEs, and technical volumes
• Experience briefing effectively to all levels of the organization up to senior management.

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What Ultra Maritime Offers You

At Ultra Maritime, we invest in our employees and their well-being:

• Climate controlled, well-lit and clean work environment!

• Work/life balance that includes up to 140 hours PTO for first year

• 8 Paid Holidays, with 3 floating holidays

• 401k Plan with Company Match

• Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)

• Wellness Program and incentives

• Company HSA contributions

• Insurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hire

• Eligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually

• Additional Employee Discounts and Perks

Company-Paid Benefits:

• $75 monthly student loan repayment program

• Basic Life Insurance

• Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Short Term Disability

• Long Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:

• Medical and Prescription insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans

• Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family

• Accident Plan

• Critical Illness Plan

• Hospital Indemnity Plan

• Pet Insurance

• Identity Theft

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email careers@ultra-us-gbs.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ultra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair, respectful, and inclusive, and we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

As a U.S. defense contractor, Ultra Maritime maintains strict standards related to integrity, compliance, and security.

We operate a drug-free workplace and, where permitted by law, may conduct pre-employment background checks and substance-abuse screening based on role requirements.

Company: Ultra Maritime

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