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79 Curtisswright Security Architect Jobs Hiring Near You

Sr. Electrical Engineer

Aston, PA · On-site

$115K - $130K/yr

Influence the design direction of future products by contributing to architectural standards ... Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive ...

Co-Op (Fall Term)

Cheswick, PA · On-site

$15.25 - $20/hr

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screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright ...

$16 - $20.75/hr

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screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright ...

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screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright ...

Co-op (Summer Term)

Cheswick, PA · On-site

$15.25 - $20/hr

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screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright ...

Co-Op (Fall Term)

Cheswick, PA

$15.25 - $20/hr

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screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright ...

Co-Op (Fall Term)

Cheswick, PA

$15.25 - $20/hr

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screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright ...

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screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright ...

$59K - $86K/yr

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screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright ...

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Curtiss-Wright Jobs Information

Do workers at Curtiss-Wright get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
78% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Does Curtiss-Wright pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
75% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

At Curtiss-Wright, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
60% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Curtiss-Wright affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
89% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Curtiss-Wright?

Most people get paid time off work.
96% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 60% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 40% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and December 2025.

Do workers at Curtiss-Wright worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
89% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and December 2025.

Do Curtiss-Wright workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
69% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and December 2025.

How easy is it for Curtiss-Wright workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
67% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and December 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Curtiss-Wright?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do Curtiss-Wright managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
95% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and December 2025.

Do jobs at Curtiss-Wright spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
21% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and December 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at Curtiss-Wright?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
90% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Is working at Curtiss-Wright good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
88% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Curtiss-Wright feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
81% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Curtiss-Wright get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
82% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Curtiss-Wright?

Most people feel stressed here.
72% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Curtiss-Wright enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
83% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Curtiss-Wright recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
42% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Curtiss-Wright?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
38% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Curtiss-Wright?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 70% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people think Curtiss-Wright’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
72% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Curtiss-Wright is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
47% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.
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Chief Engineer -Aerospace Actuation and Actuation Systems

Curtiss-Wright

Shelby, NC • On-site

$173K - $225K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


Curtiss-Wright rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

98th of 494 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Chief Engineer - Aerospace Actuation & Actuation Systems
Curtiss-Wright is seeking a highly technical individual with expertise in aerospace actuation!
Reporting to the Director of Engineering at CW Actuation Division you will provide technical oversight
and direction within Curtiss-Wright's aerospace actuation group. In this role, you will serve as a technical
expert on aerospace actuation equipment and systems such as:
• Hydromechanical actuation systems
• Electromechanical actuation systems
• Motion control systems
• Flight control actuation
• Power drive units (PDUs) and associated actuation components
• High lift systems
• Integrated hardware/software aerospace systems
Salary: $173,200 to $225,000 + bonus opportunity
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in NC. 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.
LOCATION: Shelby, NC (greater Charlotte, NC)
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 Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *
WHAT YOU BRING:
A successful candidate will have knowledge of and experience with the following areas of competence:
• Mechanical design
• Geared actuation
• Motors/power electronics
• Embedded software
• Safety-critical architecture
• Aerospace certification
• Systems engineering
• FAA/EASA compliance
• DAL certified integrated systems
A qualified candidate will have passion and experience providing technical direction within a
matrix engineering organization on Bids/Proposals and NPI/IRAD projects as well as meet the following criteria:
  • A bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, aerospace, or equivalent) is required.
  • A master's degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, aerospace, or equivalent) is preferred.
  • 15-30yrs of experience in aerospace actuation / flight controls is required.
  • Demonstrated experience leading communication with customers on technical topics, project progress, and issue resolution.
  • Demonstrated experience in bid & proposal creation (i.e., technical proposals, NRE estimates, etc.).
  • Demonstrated experience evaluating an refining/deriving requirements (flow down, decomposition, derivation, traceability, compliance, etc.).
  • Demonstrated experience creating aerospace reliability analyses such as FMEA and FMECA.
  • Demonstrated experience leading root cause / corrective action initiatives via 8D, A4, 5-why, Ishikawa, or equivalent
  • A track record of delivering results on time and within budget.
  • A track record of creating and refining technical governance / best practices and holding team members accountable to comply with governance.
  • A track record of mentoring technical talent, demonstrating servant leadership practices, and advocating for team members success.
  • A track record of advising senior leadership on technology development.
  • A willingness to perform other duties as assigned.

WHO WE ARE:
Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance
Curtiss-Wright Actuation Division is approximately a $200 million Commercial and Military Aerospace business unit within Curtiss-Wright Corporation. The vision of the Actuation Group is to be a world leader in the design, manufacture, and service of high power motion control systems and components and to grow revenue via a combination of organic growth and aggressive M&A activity.
The U.S. facility is the OEM Manufacturing Center of Excellence for flight control and utility actuation product lines. This modern 180,000 square-foot facility is ISO 9001/AS9100 certified and fully equipped for manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing of simple and complex mechanical and electromechanical systems and equipment. Significant investments have been made to expand and develop a modern manufacturing environment in order to meet the diverse industrial opportunities present in the global marketplace.
Find out more information and view our products here: https://www.cw-actuation.com/About/About-Actuation-Group
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No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.
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.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.
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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

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About Curtiss-Wright

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Curtiss-Wright Actuation Division designs, manufactures and supports electro-mechanical actuation products and systems for use in demanding applications in Aerospace, Defense and Industrial Automation markets. Our market leading solutions help improve the reliability, efficiency and performance of our customers' operations and platforms, as well as reducing their environmental impact with energy efficient electro-mechanical designs and technology. For the Aerospace market, we supply actuation systems for flight control, landing gear, utility and other applications on both commercial and military aircraft. In Ground & Naval Defense markets, we support a wide array of applications ranging from door assist, ramp and hatch actuation, weapons handling systems, radar and launch platform actuation, and robotic (AUV/ROV) actuation. In Industrial Automation, our Exlar® actuators are globally recognized as a leading brand offering high power density, precision and reliability for machine/process applications in automotive, food & beverage, oil & gas, robotics, entertainment and many other industries.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Davidson, NC, US

Year founded

1929

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