Manager. Test Facility Equipment and Tooling Design

Manager. Test Facility Equipment and Tooling Design

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Industrial Design from an accredited university or college
• At least 10 years of experience in the design of complex additive or gas turbine components
• Strong expertise in design software tools (e.g., NX, Teamcenter, ANSYS)
• Experience with system-level CAD models, parametric modeling, and PLM/PDM systems
• Familiarity with additive manufacturing technologies and design principles for additive manufacturing
• Expertise in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Passion for additive technology and a willingness to challenge design limitations to exploit additive capabilities fully
• Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability and strong program leadership and execution skills
• Proven self-starter and quick learner who can work effectively in fast-paced, cross-functional teams
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
• U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens eligible for a security clearance

Responsibilities

• Maintain and oversee the integrity of assembly-level models for test cells and facility integration
• Act as the technical owner for all mechanical aspects of a test asset being integrated into a test facility
• Develop and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs), of test enabling hardware as well as assembly tooling
• Provide final approval on hardware drawings for manufacturing, ensuring they meet fit, form, and function requirements
• Help establish and uphold companywide design standards and best practices
• Work closely with engineers to design, analyze, and evaluate components and assemblies using sound engineering principles and industry standards
• Conduct quality checks to eliminate interferences and ensure interface requirements are met
• Ensure drawings and models align with industry standards for configuration management
• Ensure Compliance with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Participate in design reviews and work closely with Engine Design, System, Assembly and Test Teams
• Communicate significant issues or developments promptly to stakeholders
• Participate in research and development of additive design technologies and methodologies
• Provide guidance on improving product designs through additive manufacturing techniques
• Ensure proper documentation of technical data generated, adhering to engineering best practices
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing design engineering team as the organization grows
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability within the team
• Set clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback to team members
• Conduct performance reviews and guide professional growth for direct reports
• Address team challenges and resolve conflicts effectively to maintain a productive work environment
• Allocate resources and prioritize tasks to ensure timely and efficient project execution
• Lead the team through change initiatives and adapt processes as needed to support organizational goals
• Demonstrate technical expertise and strong leadership qualities to inspire and motivate the team

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.