**Director, Engineering – Defense Electronics** **_We’re hiring a Director of Engineering to lead and grow a high-impact, agile engineering team responsible for delivering mission-critical systems for defense and aerospace customers. You’ll drive technical execution across various products and program types – Delivering on time, on budget, and to exacting customer and industry standards. This role is key to shaping our future as we grow and scale our business._** As a dynamic and agile Sr Leader, you will be responsible for design, development, test, qualification, and production of Aerospace & Defense Modular Open Standard Architecture (MOSA) based critical solutions for use in weapons systems, solving our government and prime contractors’ most difficult challenges. Solutions range from single specialized card-level weapon controls to large and complex high performance processing systems for sensor management and complex signal processing systems. Our customers expect our engineering team to be the experts in creating technology solutions with open standards to meet the toughest battlefield digital infrastructure challenges. **LOCATION:** Santa Clarita, CA **Salary:** $200,000.00 - $225,000.00 plus bonus. **Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.** **BENEFITS:** **_We Take Care of Our People_** Paid Time Off **I** 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing **I** Health and Wellness Benefits **I** Learning and Development Opportunities **I** Referral Program **I** Competitive Pay **I** Recognition **I** Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx) **I** Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/) * **_To be successful you will have a proven track record of developing an engineering organization that develops innovative products with very high quality, attracting and retaining talent, and successful staff development (mentoring, coaching, and training)._** **YOUR CHALLENGE:** + Oversee and management the five unique engineering teams: Prototyping, System Design & Integration, Hardware Design, Test Design, and Product Debug / Support + Mentor, manage, and lead across multiple levels, including coaching engineers & managers + Work with the Program Management Office and Operations teams to deliver documentation, systems, and test equipment on time, budget, and scope. + Coordinate with engineering and technology leadership within Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions to deliver solutions to meet customer needs + Manage existing and develop new partnerships with technology vendors·Provide normal development scheduling, budgets, and workload management + This is position expects some level of technical design knowledge and experience to best lead the engineering teams through difficult and challenging situations, hands-on when needed + Ensure our processes are followed in accordance with AS9100 while continuing to foster an culture to seek optimizations and better ways to do our business + Ensure technical design packages are complete and ready to transition to production + Provide technical support to the factory of existing products in terms of problem identification/resolution, process improvement, and minor product improvements. + Integrate closely and regularly with Director of Operations and Director of Program Management to balance priorities, schedules, and budgets across multiple efforts + Champion and lead (when necessary) Root Cause and Correct Action (RCCA) activities + Provide technical insight and guidance as background and skills allow. + Other duties as assigned **WHAT YOU BRING:** + 5+ years’ experience in a Director level position with demonstrated track record of success + 15+ years’ experience in a solution design organization of a Defense Electronics technology company with increasing responsibility + Technical degree is required + Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) solutions + This position requires moderate and broad technical skills + experience and knowledge of electrical design fundamentals from Schematic to Board Fabrication. + experience and knowledge of mechanical design fundamentals for an environmentally rugged environment, including thermal design. + experience and knowledge in general software architectures + experience and knowledge in environmental and electromagnetic qualification testing + experience in a low to moderate volume, final assembly, manufacturing environment. + Ability to collaborate with vendors/suppliers + Ability to direct/work with/motivate a highly technical staff, achieving outstanding performance + Ability to crisply and quickly communicate (verbal and written) technical concepts, status, and capabilities to both technical and non-technical audiences + This position requires balancing multiple priorities, while maintaining consistent task direction to the organizations staff so they can be effective in execution. + Established track record of leadership of a technical organization. + Accuracy and attention to detail is a must + Must be able to self-organize workloads and manage all deadlines + Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD security clearance of Secret level **WHO WE ARE:** Our Values (https://www.curtisswright.com/company/sustainability/core-values/default.aspx) Environmental, Social and Governance **Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions** is the leading provider of Digital Infrastructure to the battlefield. Our facility in Santa Clarita, California is part of our C5ISR System group, designing Modular Open Standard Architecture (MOSA) solutions for challenging battlefield computing, networking, and control needs. We architect, design, integrate, and test electronic and electromechanical systems which provide the core digital infrastructure of air, ground, and naval weapon systems. We seek creative and innovative team members who can push the envelope of capabilities and deploy our mission critical solutions to the warfighter with the highest levels of quality and speed. In return, we offer a rewarding environment in which our employees can thrive. Curtiss-Wright invests in the development, recruitment, and retention of critical skills as part of its model for business success. We offer a competitive wage, a comprehensive benefits package including medical and prescription drug coverage, dental benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k retirement, tuition reimbursement, and paid vacation/holidays. For more information visit https://www.curtisswrightds.com/company/locations-santa-clarita.html **This position may require exposure to information which is subject to US export control regulations, i.e. the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of U.S. regulations.** **Curtiss-Wright values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition (TA_COE@curtisswright.com) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.** \#LI-AC1 _No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our_ **_Talent Acquisition Team (TA_COE@curtisswright.com)_** _and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright._ **Compliance Statement** This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. (TA_COE@curtisswright.com) **For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster)** If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition (TA_COE@curtisswright.com) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request. **Join the WRIGHT Team!** Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright. **Our Values** What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other. **Leadership** We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action. **Customer Focus** We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion. **Teamwork & Trust** Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward. **Respect for People** We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees. **Integrity** We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships. **What We Offer Our Employees:** **Opportunity:** As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one! **Challenging Work:** The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of! **Collaborative Environment:** The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.