DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING - (ELECTRICAL / HARDWARE)

Our client develops sophisticated embedded systems for military and aerospace applications, working with prime contractors and maintaining strong customer relationships across the defense sector.This position offers career growth opportunities with structured advancement based on demonstrated technical leadership and performance.Key ResponsibilitiesLead engineering teams through embedded systems development lifecycleEstablish performance measurement systems and optimize team productivityInterface with customers on technical requirements, proposals, and program managementOversee hardware design projects including computing platforms and power systemsCollaborate across disciplines to deliver complex defense productsBuild relationships with prime contractors and manage customer programsEnsure compliance with military standards and development processesProvide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering staffQualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer EngineeringExtensive embedded design experience prior to transitioning to managementStrong people management background including performance reviews, hiring/firing, and team buildingHardware design expertise including:High-end computing platforms and FPGA developmentStandards-based embedded productsPower supply design for embedded systemsSoftware familiarity with BIOS, real-time operating systems, and driver developmentMechanical understanding of embedded system packaging and thermal designDefense/aerospace project experience with prime contractorsKnowledge of military standards and development processesCustomer-facing experience with technical program management and proposalsU.S. citizenship requiredMust be available for on-site work