Manager, Electrical Engineering Product Support

Astronics Corporation; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Astronics Corporation in Kirkland, WA seeks a Manager of Electrical Engineering to lead the Airborne Power & Control Engineering Product Support Team. You will guide engineers and technicians, drive design updates, failure analyses, and complex power systems projects for aerospace applications.

Responsibilities include leading technical excellence, DO-254 compliance, and strategic stakeholder collaboration to align engineering outcomes with company goals and customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Electrical Engineers and Technicians
• Oversee aircraft power systems projects from concept to completion
• Ensure DO-254 compliance and process improvements
• Support proposals, budgets, and NPI initiatives
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams
• Maintain safety-focused engineering practices and risk mitigation

Job description

Manager, Electrical Engineering Product Support

Kirkland, Washington, United States

Join Our Award-Winning Team at Astronics Advanced Electrical Systems (AES)!

We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Manager of Electrical Engineering to lead our Airborne Power & Control Engineering Product Support Team, based in Kirkland, WA. This is a unique opportunity for a proven leader in power electronics who thrives on driving innovation while ensuring exceptional product support services to meet and exceed customer expectations.

Position Overview

As Manager of Electrical Engineering, you will oversee and mentor a team of Electrical Engineers and Technicians tasked with updating designs, performing failure analyses, conducting qualifications, and integrating complex electrical engineering aircraft power systems projects. In this role, you’ll be instrumental in ensuring that engineering initiatives align with our strategic goals while supporting the overall success of the company.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Recruit, interview, and onboard top-tier talent to build and sustain a highly capable team.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development for team members.
• Oversee aircraft power systems engineering projects from conceptualization to completion, ensuring alignment with technical requirements, budgets, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Support proposals, estimates, plans, and budgets for New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Advocate for safety-critical processes and uphold a safe work environment.

Technical Expertise & Innovation

• Drive technical excellence by providing guidance and acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for DO-254 compliance and processes.
• Evaluate engineering tools for effectiveness and lead implementation efforts where necessary.
• Lead failure investigations and root cause analyses, coaching team members through complex problem-solving processes.
• Act as process owner to continuously refine company specifications and incorporate learned lessons.

Organizational Development & Strategic Impact

• Instill operational rigor while balancing cost efficiencies, delivering outcomes with reduced Non-Recurring Engineering.
• Build talent pipelines by engaging with industry partners and universities.
• Support strategic initiatives as a collaborative member of the management team.

Employee Performance Management

• Partner with Human Resources to execute performance reviews, merit discussions, career development, and conflict resolution strategies.
• Provide HR feedback on staffing levels to maintain an optimal workflow balance.

Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. The Company's strategy is to increase its value by developing technologies and capabilities that provide innovative solutions to its targeted markets. For more information on Astronics and its solutions, visit www.Astronics.com .

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