Vice President of Engineering

Job Title: Vice President of Engineering

Salary: $250k - $300k

Location: East Coast

A leading metal 3D Printing company is hiring a Vice President of Engineering to drive business development and strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in the aerospace and defense sectors, along with expertise in 3D printing technology.

Responsibilities Include:

• Lead a team of mechanical, process & materials engineers to bring about improvements in product quality and cost.
• Lead and expand the engineering team, enhancing technical capabilities and driving innovation.
• Develop and execute a clear technical vision aligned with strategic objectives.
• Support business development efforts by providing technical expertise and solutions.
• Prioritize R&D investments and assess market trends and competition.
• Cultivate relationships with industry leaders and seek new technology funding opportunities.
• Oversee technical aspects of product development and delivery.
• Manage product definition and technical requirements process.
• Drive IP strategy and maintain product life cycle plans.
• Foster a culture of speed and continuous improvement.
• Select and manage external technical resources.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Master's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 20+ years of engineering experience, preferably in the Aerospace or Defense industries.
• 5+ years of leadership experience.
• Specific expertise in 3D printing, both metal and polymer ideally parts business.
• Experience in linking the road map to the commercial side of the business.
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. citizen status.

Preferred:

• PhD in Engineering or related field.
• Experience with obtaining technical patents.
• Knowledge of start-ups and commercial financing.
• Established presence at aerospace conferences.
• Current security clearance.

Click apply or get in touch by calling +1 (781) 214 8344 to learn more.