Director, Engineering
Cincinnati, OH
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At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.
As an Engineering Director, you’ll provide overall direction to the engineering function through development of engineering policies and procedures consistent with organizational requirements and corporate standards. Direct engineering resources on the business unit in order to efficiently improve the processes, procedures, methods and materials used in the repair and overhaul processes while ensuring product quality is maintained and striving for quality improvements.
What you’ll do:
- Direct strategic business unit engineering activities and resources including supervision and training of personnel, representing engineering and product development functions. Develop and recommend business unit engineering policies and procedures consistent with company and strategic business unit objectives.
- Coordinate company engineering resources required for the support of strategic business unit objectives
- Provide management review and control of all engineering work including project development, staff assignment and application of engineering principles throughout the business unit.
- Facilitate project teams by providing assistance in project planning, application of quality improvement tools, assistance in measures of performance selection, capital asset acquisition, tooling development and assessing training needs.
- Provide direction to ensure that training and education programs are implemented to increase engineering staff skills and to meet technological change requirements of the engineering function. Audit and review the quality of engineering programs and makes recommendations as appropriate.
- Analyze existing production methods and recommend modifications necessary to improve and streamline the process. Evaluate new production technology and recommends re-engineering options to improve the economy and quality of products. Coordinate with technical support personnel to conduct prototype runs for products or processes. Review project results and interpret technical trends throughout all areas of the business unit.
- Implement environmental programs supporting corporate targets. Coordinate internal environmental reporting.
- Coordinate planning, organization, budgeting, program timing and specifications of all engineering projects and assures timely and high quality delivery.
- Direct and coordinate engineering activities designed to improve shop floor practice aimed at reducing non-conformance and improving product quality and reliability.
- Keep abreast of engineering trends and developments for application in the business unit.
- Exercise authority in hiring, training, career development, performance appraisal, salary adjustments, promotion, discipline, health, safety and the general employee relations of direct reports.
- Actively participate in the management team(s), assisting with the development and realization of strategic plans, budgets, goals and outcomes.
- Carry out special projects as assigned.
Position Requirements:
- Working knowledge of gas turbine engine theory and performance.
- Working knowledge of PCs in the current company operating system environment.
- Thorough knowledge of company processes, company instructions, rework option codes and rework process instruction manuals.
- Strong planning, organizational, analytical, leadership, interpersonal, decision making, oral and written communication skills.
- Strong project management skills.
- Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Engineering or equivalent degree as related to work scope.
- Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in engineering design, manufacturing or production environment.
Preferred Characteristics:
- Thorough knowledge of airworthiness certification requirements and regulatory bodies (TC, CAAC, FAA, etc.) applicable to business unit need preferred.
Benefits that make life better:
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- 401(k) with 100 company match; up to 5 vested
- Paid Time Off starting on day one
- Bonus opportunities
- Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Learning & Training opportunities
Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911
With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.
Inclusivity Is Our Standard
It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.
