Staff/Senior Staff Pressure Sensor Engineer

Woodward, Inc.; Maine; Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company, Woodward, Inc., is seeking a Staff/Senior Staff Pressure Sensor Engineer to focus on the design and development of advanced pressure sensing technologies. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in engineering, with responsibilities encompassing product design, testing, and project leadership. This role offers the opportunity to work with cross-functional teams and drive innovative solutions in aerospace applications.

Benefits

401(k) match (4.5%)

Stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement

12 paid holidays

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Greater than 8 years' experience for Staff; 12 years for Senior Staff.
• Experience with MEMS, piezoelectric technology desired.
• Post-graduate experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop pressure sensor technologies and products for aerospace applications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate sensors into larger systems.
• Lead sensor development projects, ensuring timely delivery.

Skills

Mechanical design

Fabrication methods

Advanced pressure sensing technologies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (ME, EE, or appropriate)

Job description

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Staff/Senior Staff Pressure Sensor Engineer

Apply remote type Hybrid locations Niles, IL, US Fort Collins - Drake Campus Sofia, BG Santa Clarita, CA, US Niepolomice, PL time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id JR106061

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while

maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position.Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Staff:

Estimated annual base pay: $114,400 (minimum) - $143,000 (midpoint) - $171,600 (maximum) –CO & IL

Estimated annual base pay: $126,000 (minimum) - $157,500 (midpoint) - $189,000 (maximum) –CA ONLY

Senior Staff:

Estimated annual base pay: $131,600 (minimum) - $164,500 (midpoint) - $197,400 (maximum) –CO & IL

Estimated annual base pay: $144,800 (minimum) - $181,800 (midpoint) - $217,200 (maximum) –CA ONLY

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity

• 401(k) match (4.5%)

• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

• 12 paid holidays

• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave

• Paid parental leave

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits

• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

• Member referral bonus

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

• Voluntary benefits, including:

  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts

  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from the original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

Are you ready to make your mark? If you’re anexperienced Pressure Sensor Engineer, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

The Staff/Sr. Staff Pressure Sensor Engineer, reporting to the Engineering Leader, is responsible for leading product design efforts, mentoring engineers, and contributing to process improvements, strategic planning, and presentations. Operating with minimal supervision, the role involves independent work, oversight of project portfolios, and awareness of industry trends and customer needs. The engineer engages in high-level customer interactions, provides technical evaluations of new opportunities within the PLC process, and participates in enterprise negotiations. Expertise includes mechanical design, fabrication methods, and advanced pressure sensing technologies such as MEMS.

What you will be doing…

• Design and develop pressure sensor technologies and products for aerospace applications, ensuring accuracy, durability, and reliability.

• Select appropriate materials and components (e.g., MEMS, piezoelectric) using simulation and testing tools for performanceoptimization.

• Test sensors under varied environmental conditions (e.g., temperature, vibration)and establishing error analysis and calibration methods.

• Work with manufacturing and operations teams to establish capable manufacturing processes and controls

• Collaboratewith multidisciplinary teams to integrate sensors into larger systems.

• Partner with manufacturing teams for scalable, cost-effective designs and collaborate with clients for customized solutions.

• Stay updated on advancements in sensor technologies (e.g., MEMS, piezoresistive).

• Innovate to improve performance, reduce costs, and contribute to patents and business growth plans.

• Ensure designs meet regulatory and industry standards (e.g., ISO, ASME) and maintain thorough documentation for quality assurance.

• Lead sensor development projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget, and provide technical support and training as needed.

• Diagnose and resolve performance issues in existing sensor systems and optimize functionality for specific applications.

• Develop next-generation design and manufacturing standards and contribute to product line strategies and technology roadmaps.

• Engage with customers and maintain industry awareness to align sensor designs with market needs and trends.

What we are looking for…

Staff:

• Bachelor's Degree inEngineering (ME, EE, or other as appropriate), advanced degree preferred

• Greater than 8 years' experience in related field, including post-graduate experience

Senior Staff:

• Bachelor's Degree inEngineering (ME, EE, or other as appropriate), advanced degree preferred

• Greater than 12 years in related field required, including post-graduate experience.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Experience with other sensor technologies is a plus.

Welcome

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About US

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments.

At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future.

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Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more. We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.