Director of Engineering

Sparks, MD, US iRF - Intelligent RF Solutions is a leader in providing tailored solutions for SIGINT and Electronic Warfare (EW) missions. We understand our customers’ challenges and use our expertise to create solutions. We are not just a supplier, but a problem-solving partner with a strong foundation in supporting global defense and intelligence missions. We are dedicated to attracting high-achieving individuals. Our team members are bound by a common purpose - commitment to our customers’ missions. Our culture is anchored in our steadfast values, our collaborative spirit, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all essential functions, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties at any time. Reporting to the Business Unit Director, the Director of Engineering will provide strategic direction, guidance, development, and oversight to the highly technical team of engineers at iRF Solutions. In this role, the Director of Engineering will also engage with customers, develop multi-year technology roadmaps, and lead the overall technical direction of the technology development efforts. Essential Functions: Oversee engineering teams and projects, bridging technical strategy with execution. Responsible for hiring, mentoring, career development, managing performance, and building high-performing teams, while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and up to quality standards. Direct the activities of three key areas of engineering: RF, Mechanical, and Digital Design having overall responsibility for planning, budgeting, implementing, maintaining costs, methods and employees. Participate with other senior staff to establish strategic plans and objectives to direct the development of state-of-the-art, miniature microwave receivers for government and military applications. Make decisions on administration of staff matters and ensures Company’s effective achievement of objectives. Key Responsibilities: Establish operational objectives and assignments, and delegates assignments to subordinates. Involved in developing, modifying and executing both IRAD and CRAD projects that affect company revenues and product development. Work on extremely complex problems, involving top level system technical design of RF/microwave receivers as well as individual circuit designs, hardware and software, where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangible factors. Exercise judgement in developing methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Ensure budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements. Manage the resource loading of the engineering staff. Regularly interact with executives, senior management and/or major customers or suppliers. Interactions may involve controversial situations, negotiations, or persuading other senior level managers. Required Qualifications: U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain a security clearance are required for this position. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with a minimum of 15 years of prior related experience or Graduate Degree (preferred) with a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience. 10+ years’ experience in managing a team of technically high-level engineers. Experience in RF development is strongly desired. Extensive experience with managing successful technical projects and a demonstrated ability to collaborate within a team of engineers as well as with Manufacturing leadership and personnel. Motivated to succeed and have a demonstrated ability to communicate well with colleagues and customers. Strong track record of effective project managing and tracking multiple projects simultaneously and delivering positive results. Ability to oversee applied research or advanced engineering in the development of new products, materials, or processes and directs and coordinates activities necessary to complete major projects, requiring a wide variety of technical skills. Ability to consult with and provide guidance to several departments and senior management on advanced technical issues. High degree of technical competence and good interpersonal skills will provide individual technical contributions as well as technical leadership and guidance to other project team engineers. Hands-on, and able to get things done in a small company environment. Possess leadership qualities and be able to work well with and lead a diverse group of engineering disciplines. Familiar with computer design tools including Microwave Office, MATLAB, PSPICE, or other tools. Salary Range: $195.000- $225,000 per year. Location: Onsite in Sparks, MD with a 9/80 schedule. Every other Friday OFF. Please be aware, many of our positions require the ability to obtain security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. IRF Solutions is proud to be a Disability/ Veterans Employer. IRF Solutions is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. IRF Solutions maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Proof of employment authorization will be required. IRF Solutions is not required to sponsor applicants for work visas. As this position will require access to export-controlled information, only applications from “U.S. persons” within the meaning of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and Export Administration Regulations will be considered. IRF Solutions is not required to seek export licenses for applicants who do not meet this requirement. As an equal opportunity employer, iRF Solutions, is committed to a diverse workforce. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the iRF Solutions career website, as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by contacting Denise Nocerino, denise.nocerino@nardamiteq.com or by phone at (631) 272-5814.