Engineering Manager - Aerospace - Essex Fells, NJ

Essex Fells, New Jersey Permanent USD165,000 - USD195,000 per year View Job Description
We're seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a multidisciplinary team of RF and Mechanical Engineers responsible for developing and sustaining advanced aerospace and defense products. This high-impact leadership role combines technical oversight, team development, customer engagement, product innovation, and strategic planning.
  • Lead cutting-edge RF technology supporting space and defence missions
  • Own engineering strategy and shape the future product roadmap

About Our Client

Our client is a highly respected technology manufacturer whose products operate in some of the world's most demanding and mission-critical environments. With decades of engineering excellence and a strong culture of innovation, the organization continues to invest in next-generation technologies that support global commercial and government customers.

Job Description

  • Lead engineering teams responsible for new product development and ongoing product support.
  • Recruit, mentor, and develop engineering talent while fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Drive technology strategy and partner with commercial teams on future product road maps.
  • Oversee the design, enhancement, and life cycle management of advanced RF-based products.
  • Balance engineering resources across multiple programs to ensure successful execution.
  • Manage budgets associated with research and development, sustaining engineering, and customer-funded projects.
  • Establish and continuously improve engineering processes, standards, and best practices.
  • Act as a technical leader and customer-facing representative during meetings and program reviews.
  • Support proposal development, project cost estimation, and business growth initiatives.
  • Champion innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization.

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.

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

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related engineering discipline.
  • Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering with an RF focus preferred.
  • Extensive experience leading engineering teams within aerospace, defense, RF, microwave, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
  • Strong background in RF passive component design, simulation, and engineering best practices.
  • Experience working with military, aerospace, and space industry standards.
  • Proven people leadership experience, including coaching, team development, and performance management.
  • Demonstrated success managing technical projects, schedules, and budgets.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with customers and senior leadership.
  • Ability to obtain access to U.S. export-controlled information (ITAR).

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to lead a talented engineering team developing mission-critical technology.
  • Direct influence on product strategy, innovation, and long-term business growth.
  • Exposure to advanced RF and microwave technologies serving aerospace and defense markets.
  • Strong benefits package including bonus potential, retirement contributions, and education reimbursement.
  • Visible leadership role with direct interaction with executive leadership and key customers.
Contact
Taylor Rankin
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7115081

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
General Management
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Essex Fells
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Taylor Rankin
Job Reference
JN-092026-7115081
 

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