Space Systems Lead Engineer (Product Development)

Advanced Cooling Technologies, Inc.; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Life & disability insurance

401(k) match

Profit-sharing

Holidays

Job summary

Advanced Cooling Technologies, Inc. (ACT) is seeking a Lead PD Engineer to supervise and develop engineering staff while ensuring high performance across PD programs. Focus areas include staffing, development, compliance, standardization, and customer relationship management.

The role requires hands-on experience with design for manufacturability and CAD/FEA/CFD tools, plus strong communication skills for collaboration with customers and internal teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Supervisory/leadership experience desirable.
• Proficiency with CAD/FEA/CFD software including SolidWorks, Autodesk Simulation, Fluent, and COMSOL.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• US Person as defined by ITAR restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and develop PD Engineers and Technicians.
• Manage program schedules and budgets
• Conduct performance reviews and manage staffing allocation.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, NPI workflow, ECNs, and documentation standards.
• Lead departmental improvements and standardization efforts.
• Represent PD in cross-department initiatives.
• Resolve escalated customer or technical issues.
• Support proposals and evaluate new opportunities.
• Maintain frequent communication with customers and team members to resolve issues and provide exceptional products, solutions, and service.

Skills

Leadership

Multi-tasking

Verbal & Written Communication

Team Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

BS in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Autodesk Simulation

Fluent/CFD Software (ANSYS Fluent)

COMSOL Multiphysics

Job description

About Us

Advanced Cooling Technologies, Inc. (ACT) is a leading provider of thermal management solutions for aerospace, defense, data centers, energy, and industrial applications. For more than 20 years, ACT has engineered and manufactured innovative technologies that solve complex thermal challenges in demanding environments. Our team is driven by continuous innovation, teamwork, and collaboration, delivering reliable solutions that support critical missions and next-generation technologies worldwide.

Job Type Full-time

Description

Advanced Cooling Technologies, Inc. (ACT) is a leading provider of thermal management solutions for aerospace, defense, data centers, energy, and industrial applications. For more than 20 years, ACT has engineered and manufactured innovative technologies that solve complex thermal challenges in demanding environments. Our team is driven by continuous innovation, teamwork, and collaboration, delivering reliable solutions that support critical missions and next-generation technologies worldwide.

Position Summary

The Lead PD Engineer supervises and develops engineering staff while ensuring high performance and process consistency across all PD programs. Focus areas include staffing, development, compliance, standardization, conflict resolution, and customer relationship management.

Responsibilities Include

• Supervise, mentor, and develop PD Engineers and Technicians.
• Manage program schedules and budgets
• Conduct performance reviews and manage staffing allocation.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, NPI workflow, ECNs, and documentation standards.
• Lead departmental improvements and standardization efforts.
• Represent PD in cross-department initiatives.
• Resolve escalated customer or technical issues.
• Support proposals and evaluate new opportunities.
• Maintain frequent communication with customers and team members to resolve issues and provide exceptional products, solutions, and service.

Requirements

Our work environment demands a candidate with the ability to take on multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for team players who enjoy working with customers, vendors, and co-workers to provide the best service and solutions. The best candidates will be those who embrace new challenges, using critical thinking skills, and developing innovative solutions.

• Minimum B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
• 3+ years of relevant experience required
• Supervisory/leadership experience desired
• Proficiency in using commercial CAD (Solidworks), FEA (Solidworks) and CFD software (Autodesk Simulation, Fluent, Comsol)
• Hands-on experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) and prototype hardware fabrication and testing is a plus!
• Good verbal and written skills.
• Must be a US Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15? (U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) due to ITAR restrictions.

ACT offers competitive pay, excellent benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid time off, holidays, company-paid life & disability insurance, 401(k) match, and profit-sharing), and a supportive team environment.

ACT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

ACT participates in E-Verify.

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