Aeromechanical Engineering Manager

Worker TypeRegularJob DescriptionSummaryThe Aeromechanical Engineering Manager is an experienced individual within the aerospace, technology, or related industry with extensive knowledge performing their function in a fast-paced organization. As a member of the Product Development Engineering management team, participates in executing the overall strategic technology and product roadmap that will drive the business growth in a very competitive market space. The Aeromechanical Engineering Manager will manage the design and development of new Unmanned Aircraft System products as well as product changes and enhancements. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a functional organization that has the capabilities and capacities to meet business needs, including budget planning, staffing, training, performance evaluation and career development.Position ResponsibilitiesManage a team of Mechanical and Aeromechanical engineers, including budget planning, staffing, training, performance management and career development.Lead engineering team through design, analysis, prototype, integration, troubleshooting, and verification and assist in new product launch to production.Improve product development processes by employing lessons learned and best practices such as modelling & simulation, design reviews, design outsourcing, tolerance analysis, DFMEA/PFMEA, DFX, retrospective, post-mortem, and customer feedback.Manage the design and development of new Unmanned Aircraft System products, subsystems, as well as product changes and enhancements.Evaluates results of aeromechanical design, analysis, and test to assure meeting technical objectives. Directs the introduction of new designs to the manufacturing organization.Executes on business objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals and provides guidance to the engineering team. Frequently interacts with direct reports, customers, and functional peer managers, involving matters between functional areas, other divisions, suppliers, and the company.Ensures proper documentation, such as design spec, manufacturing procedures, test procedures and reports.Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of business trends.Recruiting, hiring, on boarding, mentoring, coaching the engineering team membersBasic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field.7 years of related aeromechanical and/or mechanical engineering functional experience with at least 3 years of managing and leading a team in fast-paced, dynamic environments.5 years of hands-on HW product design experience.Broad technical knowledge and experience to understand and evaluate design and development activity across multiple engineering disciplines.Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and success to deliver products that meet requirements on time and on budget.Proven and demonstrated experience with full product development life cycle from concept to production with proven track-record of launching new products to production.Ability to analyze the assigned project, break down work into functional disciplines and/or subsystems and create design/develop plans.Ability to work onsite.Preferred QualificationsFamiliarity with composite, injection molded plastic, die casting, machining, and PCBA/connector/cable assembly design, tooling, fabrication, and assembly.Familiar with aircraft design: configuration, aerodynamics, structural, propulsion, control, etc.Experience in leading integrated product teams.Familiarity with aerospace military/defense contracting environment.Physical DemandsAbility to work in an office and R&D environment (Constant)Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)The salary range for this role is:$136,807 - $194,040AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.ITAR Requirement:This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.Benefits:  AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.  For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  .We also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us.Principals only need apply.  NO agencies please.Who We AreBased in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.What We DoBuilding on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems.  Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.ITARU.S. Citizenship requiredSummaryLocation: Petaluma, CAType: Full time