Director of Engineering

2 weeks ago


West Caldwell, United States Crane Co Full time

Crane Aerospace & Electronics has a unique and exciting career opportunity for a Director of Engineering at our West Caldwell, NJ site.

Job Summary:

Sets the strategy and standards for implementation of functionality and services for ensuring quality deliverables from both the in-house technical teams and external providers. Ensures development processes adhere to applicable Crane A&E standards and metrics; defines processes unique to the site / Solution. This role will directly manage several teams of varied engineering disciplines working on various products and will be responsible for the proper functioning and output of the engineering process. This position may manage teams across multiple locations.

Essential Functions:

Develop environment that utilizes site skill sets and allows collaboration on development projects
Works with business development team to drive technology roadmap for future skills/projects
Provide leadership and management for Solution-wide product development and sustaining programs and activities
Provide leadership efforts to enhance current products and develop new products
Evaluate and develop improved techniques for the control of design activities
Plan and manage the deployment of resources for multiple projects
Establish and monitor departmental budget
Establish and manage operating plan budgets for IR&D, sustaining, funded engineering, and marketing support
Encourage and provide opportunity for continued relevant technical training and provide mentoring to new engineers
Review and set up optimized work flow
Establish and maintain design guidelines and design processes
Provide the appropriate skill mix to sustain and grow the business and to meet customer requirements
Provide interface and direct/indirect support to outside suppliers, 3rd party development activities, and customer product integration
Provide technical contact for customer support
Support business proposals and engineering estimates for development and recurring costs on new programs
Develop, enhance and maintain a core team as well as an external network of consultants, contractors and suppliers to support product development
Develop a culture that is focused on results and that balances innovation and accountability
Any other tasks assigned by supervisor or management

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience: 15+ years of experience in product design and manufacturing. Previous experience managing multiple teams.
Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of Military, Space and Commercial Aerospace standards and related processes. Demonstrated experience with industry supply standards and practices.
Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated experience in budgeting, planning and assigning resources. Demonstrated ability to develop strategic business-unit plan objectives. Demonstrated problem
analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level. Demonstrated ability in employee development, team building, communication, CI and PM principles.
Education/Certification: BSEE or related technical Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in the RF field. Eligibility Requirement:  This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree (with an emphasis in the RF field)

Working Conditions:

Standard office environment
Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other
required PPE
May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes

Standing: 10% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work
Sitting: 90% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work
Lifting (in pounds): up to 20 pounds
Pushing (in pounds): up to 20 pounds
Mental/Visual: Use of computer, calculator, etc.
Workspace (line, cube, etc): Office

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes.We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

Crane Aerospace & Electronics offers competitive salaries and outstanding opportunities for career growth and development. Some of our amazing benefits include 401k match, education reimbursement, and 12 paid holidays per year. You can see a list of our benefits at or visit our website at for more information on our company and great opportunities

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check.FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification.It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.

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