Webster & Webster Associates

Job Summary:
Webster & Webster Associates is a dominant global innovator in ruggedized systems design and open-architecture hardware solutions. They are seeking a Head of Engineering to provide visionary leadership to scale a multi-site team and ensure that technical investments maximize product quality and cost-effectiveness.
Responsibilities:
• Oversee the strategic planning and lifecycle management of the computing hardware portfolio to prioritize high-value, market-focused initiatives.
• Utilize rigorous ROI and risk assessment methodologies to evaluate technical projects, balancing engineering innovation with corporate financial targets.
• Champion lean operating models and process simplification to shorten development cycle times and eliminate structural inefficiencies.
• Drive capacity building and role clarity across distributed engineering sites, guiding technical teams through organizational growth and transformation.
• Coordinate closely with project management, operations, and finance teams to align hardware development priorities with strategic customer commitments.
• Ensure strict adherence to ISO procedures, regulatory frameworks, and engineering best practices to maintain standard-setting quality.
• Represent the firm's technological vision in executive discussions, major client engagements, and global technical committees.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Advanced degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a highly related technical field.
• At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience directing complex engineering programs and cross-functional teams.
• Deep professional background in aerospace, defense, embedded computing, or ruggedized electronics markets.
• Strong financial acumen with proven success managing engineering budgets, resource forecasting, and operational KPIs.
• Familiarity with engineering design pipelines, product lifecycle management platforms, and modern enterprise planning tools.
• Working knowledge of ITAR, ISO, and defense industry regulatory compliance parameters.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and align distributed teams across a global infrastructure.
Company:
Webster & Webster Associates is a recruiting firm that specializes in contract staffing, contingency, and executive search. Founded in 2008, the company is headquartered in Beltsville, USA, with a team of 2-10 employees. The company is currently Early Stage.