Equipment Manager (Everett)

Must Haves:STEM Bachelor's degree3+ years of Equipment Manager experience or equivalent system ownership roleExperience in AerospaceExperience with CAMEO/DOORS, MS Project, and LabviewExperience writing and owning SCDs, SSOWs, and ICDsBackground in requirement verification, qualification testing, and complianceProven experience working directly with major aerospace suppliersHands‐on troubleshooting and RCCA experienceFamiliarity with FAA or Military certification environmentsExperience participating in enterprise gated review processesPreferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):Experience with hydraulic or actuation systems (electro‐mechanical actuation acceptable in some cases)Experience working with LRUs and supplier‐provided equipmentFamiliarity with FAA or military certification requirementsPrior experience supporting ODA‐related activitiesActive or prior Secret clearance (not required)Day to DayWe are seeking a Mechanical / Hydraulic Equipment Manager to support the development, integration, and verification of aerospace mechanical systems. This role is focused on owning equipment requirements and technical artifacts, working directly with suppliers and internal cross‐functional teams, and ensuring compliance with aerospace and regulatory standards.The ideal candidate is a hands‐on engineer with experience in aerospace or defense who is comfortable diving into technical details while coordinating requirements, documentation, and verification activities. This is not a purely design role or a high‐level program management position—it is an execution‐focused role requiring strong technical judgment, attention to detail, and ownership mindset.Key Responsibilities:Equipment Ownership & Requirements ManagementOwn and maintain equipment‐level technical documentation, including System Control Documents (SCDs), Statements of Work (SSOWs), and Interface Control Documents (ICDs).Define, trace, and manage system and equipment requirements, ensuring alignment with platform‐level and regulatory requirements.Utilize requirements management tools (e.g., CAMEO, DOORS) to support requirement traceability and verification.Review existing qualification and test plans to identify gaps, risks, or clarification needs.Supplier & LRU CoordinationAct as a technical point of contact for external suppliers and LRU vendors.Coordinate with suppliers to obtain and review technical deliverables, including:Engineering drawingsTest proceduresAnalysis reportsQualification and test reportsInspection and verification artifactsEnsure supplier documentation is complete, technically accurate, and compliant with program requirements.Support witnessing of supplier testing and assist with technical issue resolution.Verification, Test & Compliance SupportSupport requirement verification and qualification testing activities, including review of test data and results.Assist in Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) efforts for test or integration issues.Contribute to enterprise gated reviews, providing technically accurate inputs and documentation.Support compliance activities in FAA, military, or regulated aerospace environments.Integration & TroubleshootingSupport lab, rig, and aircraft integration activities, including troubleshooting of mechanical, hydraulic, or actuation systems.Collaborate closely with systems engineering, manufacturing, test, and quality teams to resolve integration or verification issues.Assist in troubleshooting efforts at supplier facilities as needed.Cross‐Functional Collaboration & ReportingWork with engineers, analysts, test teams, and program stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of technical artifacts.Balance collaborative team efforts (~50%) with independent technical work (~50%).Provide inputs to schedules, estimates, and task planning using tools such as MS Project.Review technical documentation and extract conclusions, risks, and required actions with minimal supervision.