Aerospace Tooling & Test Equipment Manager

Airgroup Dynamics Inc; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Airgroup Dynamics is seeking an experienced Engineering Leader to guide the development and implementation of aerospace test equipment and repair capabilities. This hands-on role manages engineering personnel while actively participating in design, troubleshooting, and FAA/EASA compliant solutions to support production and customers.

The ideal candidate will drive innovation, continuous improvement, and cross‑functional collaboration across departments, ensuring high quality engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, electronics, mechanical, or aerospace engineering.
• At least 2 years of engineering management experience.
• At least 4 years of FAA Repair Station engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of FAA and EASA regulations.
• Experience analyzing OEM manuals and designing equivalent tooling and test equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex electronic systems to component level.
• Experience with CAD/CAM and engineering design tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Experience developing technical documentation and training materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Engineering Department including engineers and assistants.
• Ensure tooling, equipment, and engineering systems comply with FAA, EASA, and company regulatory requirements.
• Design, develop, and implement new aerospace repair capabilities.
• Analyze OEM manuals and develop equivalent tooling per FAA requirements.
• Design, build, and troubleshoot electronic test equipment, circuit boards, test panels, and specialized tooling.
• Plan and oversee installation, maintenance, and repair of engineering equipment and facilities.
• Develop engineering documentation, operation manuals, reliability reports, and technical procedures.
• Complete FAA and EASA capability self-evaluations.
• Maintain engineering files, tooling records, and technical documentation.
• Manage engineering budgets, departmental planning, and project timelines.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate engineering personnel.
• Develop technical training programs for production and engineering teams.
• Collaborate with Purchasing to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency.
• Provide hands-on technical support to production and maintenance teams.
• Research emerging aerospace technologies and implement new repair capabilities.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Project management

CAD/CAM software

Engineering design tools

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Engineering design tools

Job description

Airgroup Dynamics is seeking an experienced Engineering Leader to guide the development and implementation of aerospace test equipment and repair capabilities. This hands-on role manages engineering personnel while actively participating in design, troubleshooting, and FAA/EASA compliant solutions to support production and customers.

The ideal candidate will drive innovation, continuous improvement, and cross‑functional collaboration across departments, ensuring high quality engineering