Director, Aerospace Design

Director, Aerospace DesignLocation: West Lafayette, INJob ID: #72111Compensation Range: $189,000-$255,100This position is based out of West Lafayette, IN. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates. Job Description:In this role, you will establish a team and lead the transfer of design technology for the T-7A Red Hawk aft fuselage and other aerospace products and systems to support manufacturing in the United States. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical, strategic, and relationship-building skills in a greenfield operation.Responsibilities include:Lead engineering data management and revision control, design instruction and infrastructure, safety and airworthiness best practices in accordance with Saab design and stress standards, design for manufacturing support and change requests to enhance product performance, and lead the material review board (MRB) team in the United StatesSubject matter expert in design reviews, product evaluations, change requests, support customer engagements as the local subject matter expert (SME) in aerospace design, and help derive and implement Industry 4.0 technologiesDevelop an investment plan that includes staffing to establish an engineering design capability in the United States, capital planning for tools and software, and IR&D and B&P requirements working with general management, finance, marketing and sales, and the engineering teamsEstablish a strong relationship with the design authority in Sweden and work closely with business development and R&D teams on proposals and business case development, and provide budgetary inputEnsure requirements for product safety, performance, customer specifications, and schedule are exceededRepresent business unit in an international environment reporting status of projects to senior levels of managementServe as a liaison to Purdue University developing research projects and establishing a talent pipeline for future growthContribute to work culture aligned with Saab Company values – demonstrating Trust, Drive, Expertise and SupportSupport other projects and tasks as assignedFor the initial training period of 6 months to 1 year, you will have the opportunity to travel to Sweden and with guidance of our aerospace systems design team learn the tools, methods, and ways of working on the T-7A Red Hawk.Skills and Experience:Bachelors – Aerospace Engineering or similar design equivalentMasters – Aerospace Engineering or similar business equivalent15+ years of aerospace design experience in aerostructures. Systems experience is a plus 10+ years of experience leading large cross functional teamsCompetence in systems design, stress analysis, material review board (MRB), and development for manned/unmanned aircraft is preferredExperience in DoD regulations, including FARs, DFARS, ITAR, EARExperience with FAA Part 23 regulations for aircraft type certificationMaterial expertise in metallics, composites, and other advanced materials preferredExperience with new product introduction, industrialization, technology transfers, and product readiness developmentExperience with design and simulation tools inside Siemens and Dassault software systems and digital design systemsExperience with military DoD regulatory requirements in design, testing, stress, and validation including airworthiness specification and testingStrong interpersonal skills working with innovative international teams and matrix reporting structuresExcellent verbal and written communication skills with team building experienceExperience creating and maintaining an operating budget, forecasting and executing resource requirements, and developing business proposals to meet company objectivesThe ability to grow and mentor technical talent by identifying, crafting, and implementing development and compensation plansThe ability to identify, qualify and cultivate strategic partnerships in support of functional and business objectives internally and externallyMust hold or be able to obtain U.S. DoD Secret security clearanceCitizenship Requirements:Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Benefits provided: 401K, medical, dental, and vision, sick time as applicable to state lawButler America Aerospace, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. Butler evaluates applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The Butler America Aerospace, LLC. EEO Policy Statement and “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here: Applicant and Employee Notices. Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at accommodations@butler.com.