RF/Microwave Engineering Manager (Aerospace/Defense)
Syracuse, NY 
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Description
Acara Solutions has been providing U.S. aerospace and advanced manufacturing firms with our staffing services for over 60 years. Our Syracuse, NY large aerospace & electronics client has a RF/Microwave Engineering Manager opening. This is a salaried direct position with a base salary target of approximately $150K plus bonus, with a potential for the salary to go into the $180's for the right individual. Relocation assistance available.

This position may require a Secret clearance due to military clients, candidates need to be able to obtain a U.S. Secret clearance as one of the eligibility requirements. Due to the nature of the position and clients, it is 100% onsite.

Responsible for managing Engineering department activities with a focus on strong leadership. Manage managers, supervisors, engineers, technicians and other personnel involved in the design and development of engineering projects. Manage direct and indirect reports to ensure both internal and external customers are satisfied with the development and delivery of products and services. Monitor and support programs and projects to the extent needed to ensure the requirements, budgets and schedules are being met. Develop and promote a rigorous engineering discipline and a culture of following best practices. Manage multiple personnel-related activities including interviewing, employee relations, department relations, training, and performance development.

  • Manage product development activities and provide direction in coordination with other departments from Business Development, Quality and Process Engineering.
  • Develop vision that aligns with company goals and targets. Manage Engineering resources with focus on vision, goals and targets. Develop tactical plans to ensure achievement of company goals and targets.
  • Manage Engineering budgets for programs and projects. Provide resource planning for current workload period and future workload based on Strategic Growth Plans.
  • Balance Engineering staff resources, within budget constraints, to provide optimized internal and external customers satisfaction.
  • Participate and support failure analysis with the focus on structured problem solving.
  • Develop strategic capital expenditure budgets to ensure sufficient engineering tools and assets to achieve maximum design effectiveness and minimize design cycle time.
  • Monitor weekly labor activities to ensure sufficient utilization.
  • Identify and clear obstacles for direct and indirect reports.
  • Participate in gated internal and external design reviews.
  • Foster an atmosphere of honesty, integrity, attitude and work ethic
  • Comply with and support all company policies and procedures including, equal opportunity employment practices, OSHA safety requirements and the ethical business practices policy
Job Requirements
Required Skills / Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering
Min 7 years of RF/Microwave experience
Min 3 years of engineering supervisory/leadership experience

ITAR facility with military clients - ability to obtain a U.S. Secret clearance is required


Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.


Aleron companies; Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, Viaduct, and Aleron's strategic partner, SDI are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
3 to 7 years
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