Sr. Engineering Manager (SEM)

Canonsburg, PA 15317

Employment Type: Perm Job Category: Mechanical Engineering Job Number: 24673

Job Description

Title:  Sr. Engineering Manager
Onsite: Canonsburg, PA.

Job Overview:
At our company, we rise to the challenge every day to ensure the safety of those who lead, serve, and protect. We accomplish this by making some of the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers push the boundaries of what's possible, while our manufacturing team brings these innovations to life—creating the "brains" behind submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.
We take pride in fostering a great work environment grounded in a shared sense of purpose. Our diverse, inclusive culture promotes innovation and builds a community where everyone feels welcome and part of something truly remarkable.
Our benefits package is highly competitive, and we provide a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. (More information on benefits available upon request.)
We are committed to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, welcoming a diverse, talented workforce.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Software, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering, with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree with at least 8 years of relevant experience. Previous leadership experience is required, including day-to-day management of development and production programs, budget and cost management, scheduling, and people management.
Security Clearance Requirements:
Applicants must be eligible for a Department of Defense Secret security clearance within a reasonable time frame. Selection is contingent on passing a U.S. Government security investigation. U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of our work.
Position Qualifications:
This position is part of our undersea mission solutions division, a high-tech branch focusing on hardware and software system design, integration, R&D, and manufacturing. We lead in areas such as rapid technology insertion, undersea sensors, signal processing, guidance and control, cybersecurity, and high-reliability systems. In this role, you’ll lead our engineering group, driving the design, testing, and production support of next-generation weapon systems for the Department of Defense.
Senior Engineering Manager (SEM) Responsibilities:
As our SEM, you will uphold high standards within our engineering group, guiding them through all stages of weapon system development, from concept to production. Your leadership will ensure technical excellence and performance, supporting various engineering processes from requirements analysis and design through testing and production support.
Your role includes collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and validate system requirements, as well as providing technical guidance on architecture, design, and technology choices. You’ll serve as the technical lead, ensuring that customer requirements are met with the performance needed for deployment.
Key Responsibilities:
  1. Functional Management (20%): Oversee staff management, including recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, career development, performance management, compensation, and team separations for our engineering groups (Systems Engineering, Integration & Test, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Design, and Configuration/Data Management).
  2. Direct Charge Program Tasking (80%): Engage in program design or testing based on program phases, lead proposals, contribute to technical strategy, cost estimating, research and development strategies, and growth opportunities.
Desired Skills and Experience:
  • Recent hands-on engineering experience with complex DoD or embedded electronics programs.
  • Experience building and leading high-performing weapon systems engineering teams.
  • Proven ability to deliver design artifacts, engineering models, and production units.
  • Strong risk management and mitigation planning skills.
  • Experience fostering cross-program collaboration and driving technical excellence.
  • Demonstrated success in engineering operations, including stakeholder negotiation and collaboration.
What Makes You Stand Out:
  • Proven performance in developing complex, integrated hardware/software systems with high reliability in extreme conditions.
  • Track record of technical and management credibility, with the ability to negotiate and collaborate effectively.
  • Ability to lead a geographically distributed team.
Our Commitment to You:
  • An exciting career path with continuous learning and development.
  • Opportunities to work on research-driven projects with award-winning teams dedicated to national security.
  • Flexible scheduling options (9/80 schedule) with every other Friday off, dependent on program needs.
  • Competitive benefits, including 401(k) matching, paid parental leave, healthcare, wellness programs, and employee resource groups.
Location:
This position is on-site in Canonsburg, PA, with potential relocation assistance available for the ideal candidate.
Compensation Details:
  • Base Salary: $195,000 - $205,000
  • Benefits: Full
  • Relocation Assistance: Possible
  • Interview Travel Reimbursement: Yes

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