Electronics Product Development Lead — Space & Defense Innovation

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Benefits

PTO & Holidays

Life & Disability Insurance

Wellness Resources

Incentive Compensation Eligibility

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) is seeking a Product Development Lead in Simsbury, CT. You will guide a functional electronics team from concept to production, aligning with business goals and regulatory standards.

The role demands 6+ years in electronics product development, strong leadership, and experience mentoring engineers, with travel occasional for project activities. DoD/ITAR experience is a plus, and a security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in an engineering discipline.
• Electrical and/or mechanical are the preferred engineering disciplines.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in electronics product development, with experience leading functional teams and strategy execution, as well as mentoring and developing engineers.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time, within budget, and meeting quality standards.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, and risk management.
• Candidates should have the ability to interpret and analyze electrical, and/or electrical specifications and data.
• Knowledge of electronics design software, tools, and processes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for project-related activities.
• Knowledge of explosive material ordnance devices and/or missile/launch vehicle systems as well as experience with manufacturing processes, rapid prototyping and/or product development is beneficial.
• Must have or be able to obtain a U.S Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance and be capable of working on U.S. DoD and ITAR restricted products.

Responsibilities

• Develop a functional team strategy to ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Drive and support execution your team’s projects in all areas: technical requirements review and verification, design creation and evaluation, risk assessments and mitigation plans, drawing and test procedure review, design review content, proposal technical and cost reviews, and problem solving.
• Align the team's objectives with the business goals and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that the engineering projects are aligned with company strategy.
• Lead the functional team in the development of electronics products from concept to production.
• Ensure projects are meeting schedule, budget, and track progress against organizational metrics.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the functional team.
• Develop and implement engineering processes and procedures to improve efficiency and quality within the functional team.
• Drive engineering success by ensuring use of consistent, rigorous engineering processes, tools, methods, standards, and techniques.
• Build a culture of rigorous engineering practices, RCCA, problem solving and knowledge management.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to the functional team.
• Develop and mentor engineers within the functional team to enhance their skills and career development.
• Ensure that team members have the necessary training and resources to perform their roles effectively.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Mentoring engineers

Education

BS/MS in engineering

Tools

Electronics design software

Job description

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) is seeking a Product Development Lead in Simsbury, CT. You will guide a functional electronics team from concept to production, aligning with business goals and regulatory standards.

The role demands 6+ years in electronics product development, strong leadership, and experience mentoring engineers, with travel occasional for project activities. DoD/ITAR experience is a plus, and a security clearance may be required.