Manager, Electrical Engineering

saabusa; Village of East Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 151,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance and student loan

Job summary

Saab, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineering Functional Manager in the U.S. to lead and develop a team of Electrical Engineers.

The role partners with functional leaders across disciplines and program management to drive program execution, cost control, and quality within set schedules. Reporting to the Director of Hardware Engineering, you will establish objectives, manage staffing, and mentor engineers while delivering innovative solutions and building critical capabilities across programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with 10+ years of experience.
• Demonstrated expertise and recognized technical leadership in Electrical Engineering.
• Working knowledge of Altium or equivalent ECAD tool.
• Ability to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.
• Ability to provide strategic direction for projects and programs in area of expertise.
• Ability to lead through ambiguity, anticipating change, mitigating risk, and making sound high impact decisions.
• Experience shaping organizational direction through technical leadership, innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate across disciplines effectively.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% in support of program and business efforts.
• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Electrical Engineering team to achieve objectives.
• Develop workforce plans and manage staffing resources.
• Oversee performance management, career development, coaching, and mentorship.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight for innovative solutions.
• Manage technical, cost, and schedule objectives across programs.
• Lead cost estimating and planning for proposals and IR&D.
• Oversee budgets including overhead, capital investments, software, and tools.
• Develop department strategies and professional development plans.
• Contribute to roadmaps and drive risk mitigation and process improvements.
• Champion quality and adherence to standards through QMS processes.

Skills

Technical leadership

Strategic direction

Cross-functional collaboration

People management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

Job description

Job Description

Saab, Inc.'s Surveillance U.S. Division is seeking an Electrical Engineering Functional Manager to lead and develop a team of Electrical Engineers. Reporting to the Director of Hardware Engineering, this role will partner with functional leaders across multiple engineering disciplines and program management to drive successful program execution and deliver high-quality products within established cost and schedule objectives.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead and develop the Electrical Engineering team to achieve technical, program, cost, schedule, and business objectives.
• Develop workforce plans and manage staffing resource allocation, and personnel assignments to meet current and future business needs.
• Establish performance objectives aligned with business priorities and oversee performance management, career development, coaching, and mentorship.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight, ensuring effective execution, innovative solutions, and development of critical engineering capabilities.
• Establish and manage technical, cost, and schedule objectives, ensuring execution aligns with program commitments and budgets.
• Lead cost estimating and planning activities for proposals, IR&D, capital, and overhead; ensure accurate and well-documented BOEs and schedules.
• Manage Electrical Engineering budgets, including overhead, capital investments, software, and engineering tools.
• Develop department strategies, training plans, and professional development opportunities to maintain and advance technical competencies.
• Contribute to technology roadmaps and drive innovation, risk mitigation, process improvements, and continuous technical advancement.
• Champion quality and operational excellence by maintaining QMS processes, establishing performance metrics, and ensuring adherence to standards and continuous improvement objectives.

Compensation Range

Compensation Range: $150,500 - $195,600

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with 10+ years of experience.
• Demonstrated expertise and recognized technical leadership in Electrical Engineering.
• Working knowledge of Altium or equivalent ECAD tool.
• Ability to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.
• Ability to provide strategic direction for projects and programs in area of expertise.
• Ability to lead through ambiguity, anticipating change, mitigating risk, and making sound high impact decisions.
• Experience shaping organizational direction through technical leadership, innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate across disciplines effectively.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% in support of program and business efforts.
• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

Citizenship Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Drug-Free Workplaces

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.

Highlights include

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
• Wellness and employee assistance resources
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

About Us

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations. Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person's needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an affirmative Acti