Product Development Lead

Job Description

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission‑critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.

At Ensign‑Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource – our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women, and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world.

If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you!

EBAD's continued growth requires an accomplished engineer for the position of Product Development Lead, reporting to the Electrical Product Development Manager. The position is located in Simsbury, CT.

The Product Development Lead will be responsible for leading and managing a functional team of engineers in the development, design, testing, and implementation of our electronics products. This role requires a highly skilled and experienced professional with a problem‑solving mindset, excellent leadership abilities, and strong people management skills. Additionally, this role will require a focus on developing and mentoring engineers within the functional team to build a high‑performing and motivated team.

• Develop a functional team strategy to ensure that projects are delivered on‑time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Drive and support execution of your team's projects in all areas: technical requirements review and verification, design creation and evaluation, risk assessments and mitigation plans, drawing and test procedure review, design review content, proposal technical and cost reviews, and problem solving.
• Align the team's objectives with the business goals and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure that the engineering projects are aligned with company strategy.
• Lead the functional team in the development of electronics products from concept to production.
• Ensure projects are meeting schedule, budget, and track progress against organizational metrics.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the functional team.
• Develop and implement engineering processes and procedures to improve efficiency and quality within the functional team.
• Drive engineering success by ensuring use of consistent, rigorous engineering processes, tools, methods, standards, and techniques. Build a culture of rigorous engineering practices, RCCA, problem solving and knowledge management.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to the functional team. Develop and mentor engineers within the functional team to enhance their skills and career development.
• Ensure that team members have the necessary training and resources to perform their roles effectively.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.

• BS/MS in an engineering discipline. Electrical and/or mechanical are the preferred engineering disciplines.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in electronics product development, with experience leading functional teams and strategy execution, as well as mentoring and developing engineers.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects on‑time, within budget, and meeting quality standards.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, and risk management.
• Candidates should have the ability to interpret and analyze electrical, and/or electrical specifications and data.
• Knowledge of electronics design software, tools, and processes.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for project‑related activities.
• Knowledge of explosive material ordnance devices and/or missile/launch vehicle systems as well as experience with manufacturing processes, rapid prototyping and/or product development is beneficial.
• Must have or be able to obtain a U.S Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance and be capable of working on U.S. DoD and ITAR restricted products.

Ensign‑Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.