Engineering Lead - Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical & Electrical Systems

Position Summary

The Lead Engineer will provide technical leadership for a team supporting the production of mechanical, electro-mechanical, electrical subassemblies, and All-Up-Round (AUR) assemblies for the Iron Dome system. Working cross-functionally with Program Management, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations, you will drive technical execution, production readiness, and continuous improvement while ensuring products are delivered on schedule and in compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.

What You'll Do

• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary engineering team supporting production operations.
• Partner with Program Management and the Chief Engineer to develop and execute project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Provide technical direction and lead engineering peer reviews.
• Serve as the primary engineering point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Drive technical issues to resolution while communicating status to leadership.
• Identify and manage program risks and opportunities.
• Support proposal development, Basis of Estimate (BOE) preparation, and future program planning.
• Evaluate Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) for cost, schedule, and technical impacts.
• Review and release Technical Data Packages (TDPs) through Engineering Review Boards (ERBs) and Configuration Control Boards (CCBs).
• Serve as delegate chair for Configuration Control Boards and Engineering Review Boards.
• Develop and present technical briefings to customers, including international engineering teams.
• Support program reviews, staffing forecasts, Earned Value Management (EVM), Estimate at Completion (EAC) reviews, proposal costing, and monthly performance metrics.
• Travel to supplier and production facilities to evaluate manufacturing processes, tooling, production readiness, inventory management, and factory layouts.
• Support Quality Engineering with AS9102 First Article Inspection reviews.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years of engineering experience within the aerospace or defense industry.
• Experience supporting manufacturing and production engineering environments.
• Strong understanding of configuration management principles.
• Demonstrated leadership and project coordination experience.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience presenting technical information to leadership and customers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proposal development and Basis of Estimate (BOE) experience.
• Experience collaborating with international aerospace and defense partners.
• Build-to-print manufacturing experience.
• Mechanical engineering experience, including lean manufacturing and production planning.
• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and ERP systems.
• Experience with machining, mechanical assembly, electro-mechanical assembly, CCA fabrication, and energetics manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Leverage Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience working effectively with all levels of leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Parental leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee recognition and achievement awards