Developing detailed plans for new designs and products. Making determinations for equipment, staff and training needs. Proposing project and program budgets. Hiring and supervising staff. Leading research and development projects that produce new designs, products and processes. Checking their team's work for technical accuracy. Ensuring the validity of methods used by staff. Coordinating work with other managers and staff. Continuous improvement of engineering processes, procedures and ensuring... more details
Leadership Opportunity with a State-of-the-Art Optical Company
Position Reports Directly to CTO & CEO
About Our Client
Our Client is a state-of-the-art optical technology company based in New York, providing vital solutions to fit the demands of a new generation of optical requirements by specializing in the development and manufacture of high accuracy complex optical structures that withstand non-optimal conditions. With a 65-year heritage at the forefront of innovation, they continue to transform optics by integrating innovative optical systems into the assemblies of critical defense, space and aerospace platforms.
Job Description
Developing detailed plans for new designs and products.
Making determinations for equipment, staff and training needs.
Proposing project and program budgets.
Hiring and supervising staff.
Leading research and development projects that produce new designs, products and processes.
Checking their team's work for technical accuracy.
Ensuring the validity of methods used by staff.
Coordinating work with other managers and staff.
Continuous improvement of engineering processes, procedures and ensuring these applied correctly.
Ensuring change management is effectively implemented in the engineering group.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
BS and/or MS in Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Software Engineering with at least 5 years of related experience.
At least 2 years' experience managing an Engineering or R&D group.
Hands-on experience and understanding of managing complex multi-disciplinary projects.
Proficient in Agile Project Management, tools and training.
Willing to share expertise and train others to further the organization.
Proficient at using Microsoft Project Planner, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, JIRA, Confluence and bitbucket.
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