Chief Engineer – Aerospace Actuation & Actuation SystemsCurtiss-Wright is seeking a highly technical individual with expertise in aerospace actuation! Reporting to the Director of Engineering at CW Actuation Division you will provide technical oversightand direction within Curtiss-Wright's aerospace actuation group. In this role, you will serve as a technicalexpert on aerospace actuation equipment and systems such as: Hydromechanical actuation systemsElectromechanical actuation systemsMotion control systemsFlight control actuationPower drive units (PDUs) and associated actuation componentsHigh lift systemsIntegrated hardware/software aerospace systemsSalary: $173,200 to $225,000 + bonus opportunity Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in NC. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
LOCATION: Shelby, NC (greater Charlotte, NC)
We Take Care of Our PeoplePaid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing IHealth and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition IEmployee Stock Purchase PlanIInclusive & Supportive Culture *WHAT YOU BRING:A successful candidate will have knowledge of and experience with the following areas of competence: Mechanical designGeared actuationMotors/power electronicsEmbedded softwareSafety-critical architectureAerospace certificationSystems engineeringFAA/EASA complianceDAL certified integrated systems A qualified candidate will have passion and experience providing technical direction within amatrix engineering organization on Bids/Proposals and NPI/IRAD projects as well as meet the following criteria: A bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, aerospace, or equivalent) is required. A master's degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, aerospace, or equivalent) is preferred.15-30yrs of experience in aerospace actuation / flight controls is required. Demonstrated experience leading communication with customers on technical topics, project progress, and issue resolution. Demonstrated experience in bid & proposal creation (i.e., technical proposals, NRE estimates, etc.).Demonstrated experience evaluating an refining/deriving requirements (flow down, decomposition, derivation, traceability, compliance, etc.).Demonstrated experience creating aerospace reliability analyses such as FMEA and FMECA.Demonstrated experience leading root cause / corrective action initiatives via 8D, A4, 5-why, Ishikawa, or equivalent A track record of delivering results on time and within budget. A track record of creating and refining technical governance / best practices and holding team members accountable to comply with governance. A track record of mentoring technical talent, demonstrating servant leadership practices, and advocating for team members success. A track record of advising senior leadership on technology development. A willingness to perform other duties as assigned.
WHO WE ARE:
Our ValuesEnvironmental, Social and GovernanceCurtiss-Wright Actuation Division is approximately a $200 million Commercial and Military Aerospace business unit within Curtiss-Wright Corporation. The vision of the Actuation Group is to be a world leader in the design, manufacture, and service of high power motion control systems and components and to grow revenue via a combination of organic growth and aggressive M&A activity. The U.S. facility is the OEM Manufacturing Center of Excellence for flight control and utility actuation product lines. This modern 180,000 square-foot facility is ISO 9001/AS9100 certified and fully equipped for manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing of simple and complex mechanical and electromechanical systems and equipment. Significant investments have been made to expand and develop a modern manufacturing environment in order to meet the diverse industrial opportunities present in the global marketplace. Find out more information and view our products here: #LI-CM1No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by ourTalent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright. Compliance StatementThis position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request. SummaryLocation: US-NC-Shelby; US-NC-Gastonia (ST-181); US-NC-Charlotte (Corp)
Type: Full time
