Technician Supervisor; Navy Product

About Barber-Nichols

Barber-Nichols (BN) is a premier provider of custom turbo machinery solutions serving the Defense, Aerospace, Cryogenics, and Energy industries. Our team consists of industry leaders who collaborate closely with equally accomplished customers to deliver technologies that advance their markets and establish enduring partnerships. At BN, we foster a results‑driven environment that values professional growth, rewards achievement, and supports innovation.

From designing the blower for NASA’s Dragonfly mission to Saturn’s moon Titan to engineering critical components for the U.S. Navy’s MK‑48 program, BN’s portfolio spans some of the most exciting and impactful projects in the world. For those seeking to contribute to impactful projects alongside a highly skilled team, BN offers an exceptional place to build your career.

The Technician Supervisor (Navy Product) is responsible for ensuring quality, safety and timeliness of critical Navy Product through the Assembly & Test phase. The Technician Supervisor engages the Technician team, clears roadblocks throughout the product lifecycle, troubleshoots assembly and test issues, and develops processes and procedures to aid in training and efficient throughput.

• Manage, lead, engage and develop Navy Technicians to ensure job satisfaction and career growth.
• Monitor and ensure that the area operates effectively and meets the organization’s goals and objectives aligned with the business purpose.
• Collaborate with all departments to ensure that information and data transfer effectively to meet customer needs and organizational objectives.
• Ensure safety of the employees and quality of the product throughout all processes.

Directly supervises employees working Navy programs in the Technician Department; carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies, values, and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; developing employees’ skills and encouraging growth; setting expectations and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; establishing positive employee relationships through fair, consistent, and respectful treatment of employees.

Continually work to improve supervisory skills.

To qualify for this position, an individual must possess the knowledge, training, experience and abilities required.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in an engineering discipline; or six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum of two years’ experience in a complex assembly environment.
• Minimum of two years management experience.
• Minimum of three years’ experience with recognized quality systems (ISO, AS, QS, TS).

• Must be willing to work overtime as required.
• Travel up to 10% of working time.

• Secret security clearance.

To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C.

• Applicants for employment at Barber‑Nichols must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e., current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C.
• Security clearance is required for this position.

Barber‑Nichols is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

The hourly range for this role is $37.00 – $50.00. This range represents the anticipated minimum and maximum base for this position based upon a good faith and reasonable estimate. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the applicant’s qualifications (education, training and/or experience related to this role), and therefore, may fall outside the range shown, depending on the circumstances.

To view our benefits provided please visit Careers | Barber‑Nichols.

Barber Nichols anticipates the application window closing approximately 30 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require Barber Nichols to shorten or extend the application window.