Design Engineering Manager

Design Engineering Manager

We are seeking a hands-on engineering leader to manage a team dedicated to enhancing existing products. This role focuses on ensuring designs remain reliable, cost-effective, and compliant with current regulations. You will collaborate closely with manufacturing and customer support teams to address challenges and maintain the seamless operation of our products.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects aimed at improving product designs and reducing costs.
• Guide a team of engineers in supporting production and addressing field issues.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to resolve production challenges.
• Ensure products meet safety and certification standards.
• Assist customers with technical solutions and updates.
• Maintain accurate and organized design documentation.
• Enhance engineering tools and processes.
• Mentor engineers to develop their skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Materials Engineering.
• 9+ years of engineering experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of experience in managing engineers or leading technical teams.
• Strong track record of leading, coaching, and developing personnel, as well as holding accountability and driving performance.
• Strong experience in product design and mechanical analysis.
• Experience in improving cost, quality, and performance.
• Familiarity with CAD (SolidWorks preferred), PLM/PDM systems, and compliance processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Passionate about aerospace, aviation, aircraft, or similar.
• Proven track record of driving cost, quality, and performance improvements.
• Experience in CAD management, redlining, 3D design, equipment layout, and document control management.

Work Environment

The role is based in an office setting with interactions across multiple buildings, including time in the shop.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Benefits may include:

• Health Insurance: Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Disability & Life Insurance: Short- and long-term disability, plus life insurance.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation and sick leave.
• Retirement Plans:
• 401(k) with company match (50% of up to the first 8% of your pay).
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Financial Wellness Programs: Support for financial health and planning.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wilsonville, OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2025.