Optomechanical Engineering Manager — Space Technologies

Job overview

The Optomechanical Engineering Manager — Space Technologies role is onsite in Albuquerque, NM; the posting lists a salary range of $136,000–$207,250 annually. AeroVironment develops space-qualified hardware and autonomous systems for customers with demanding mission requirements. The manager leads a small optical and optomechanical engineering team while contributing to design and analysis work on research, development, and production programs. Team development, technical execution, and coordination from concept through production help deliver spacecraft subsystems and supporting systems.

What you'll do

• Manage and develop a team of approximately four to six optical and mechanical engineers
• mentor, hire, train, and set team goals
• oversee optical and optomechanical engineering work
• support a space electronics program from concept through production
• create and communicate product development schedules
• collaborate on requirements and specifications
• develop and execute design verification plans
• review testing and analysis for compliance
• track technical performance measures
• improve engineering processes and documentation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

optomechanical engineering manager

space technologies

optical engineering

mechanical engineering

space hardware

engineering team leadership

r&d programs

aerovironment

albuquerque nm

onsite

$136,000–$207,250 annually

itar

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental and vision
• 401(k) company match
• 9/80 work schedule
• paid holiday shutdown.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering and 10 years of mechanical engineering experience in relevant areas. The posting also lists current U.S. security clearance among desired competencies, while the clearance-level field states no clearance; ITAR requirements apply, and U.S. citizenship is required according to the posting.

About the employer

AeroVironment is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.