R&D Engineering Manager — Aerospace Leader

Wipaire, Inc.; South Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 124,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

PTO

Holiday pay

Cell phone stipend

Annual incentive

Job summary

Wipaire, Inc. is seeking an experienced Research & Development Engineering Manager to lead a multi-disciplinary team responsible for electronic, electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering functions.

Reporting to the Vice President of Engineering, you will set goals, guide engineering efforts, and coordinate with program management to ensure project scope and risk are defined. Join a company with 60 years of aviation experience and a focus on USA-made products.

Qualifications

• Leadership and team management in engineering environments.
• Experience guiding complex aerospace projects and products.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and certification processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-discipline engineering teams in R&D and electronics/mechanical systems.
• Provide technical guidance on complex engineering challenges.
• Set goals for R&D and track progress.
• Oversee project scope, risk, and schedules with program management.
• Manage staff bandwidth and develop talent.
• Ensure product data and configuration changes are communicated to the organization.
• Improve design reviews and provide feedback for projects.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Aerospace knowledge

Communication

Analytical thinking

Regulatory compliance

Education

4-year degree in Mechanical/Aerospace engineering

Job description

Wipaire, Inc. is seeking an experienced Research & Development Engineering Manager to lead a multi-disciplinary team responsible for electronic, electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering functions.

Reporting to the Vice President of Engineering, you will set goals, guide engineering efforts, and coordinate with program management to ensure project scope and risk are defined. Join a company with 60 years of aviation experience and a focus on USA-made products.