Director of Engineering

BlackRock Resources, LLC; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

BlackRock Resources, LLC in Missouri seeks an engineering leader to direct design, development, and delivery of defense, aerospace, and industrial devices. You will oversee the full engineering organization and ensure compliance with AS9100.

This role demands strong leadership, extensive experience in engineering or project management, knowledge of power/energy storage battery systems, and DoD exposure. U.S. Person required; readiness to handle hazardous materials may apply.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering is required; MS preferred for advanced leadership.
• 5+ years in engineering or project management leadership.
• Knowledge of power/energy storage battery systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full engineering organization (staffing, development, performance).
• Drive product development aligned to customer specs, budgets, and regulatory standards.
• Serve as liaison across all levels—from frontline engineers to executive leadership.
• Oversee internally funded R&D projects and support proposal preparation.
• Present technical content to customers and management.
• Enforce and advance AS9100 compliance and Lean/5S manufacturing principles.
• Formulate engineering policies to improve competitiveness and profitability.

Skills

Engineering Leadership

Project Management

Regulatory Compliance

AS9100

DoD experience

Education

BS in Engineering

MS preferred

Job description

We are seeking anengineering leader to overseethe design, development, and delivery of manufactured devices for defense, aerospace, and industrial customers.

Core responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the full engineering organization (staffing, development, performance)
• Drive product development aligned to customer specs, budgets, and regulatory standards
• Serve as liaison across all levels — from frontline engineers to executive leadership
• Oversee internally funded R&D projects and support proposal preparation
• Present technical content to customers and management
• Enforce and advance AS9100 compliance and Lean/5S manufacturing principles
• Formulate engineering policies to improve competitiveness and profitability

Must-haves:

• BS in Engineering (MS preferred)
• 5+ years in engineering or project management leadership
• Knowledge of power/energy storage battery systems
• DoD application experience strongly preferred
• Familiarity with hazardous chemicals, robotics, and explosive materials a plus
• U.S. Person requirement

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