Director, Engineering

The Director, Engineering will lead a multi-site engineering organization across North America, overseeing new product introduction, product and process engineering, manufacturing engineering, tooling, automation, and technical support. This strategic leadership role will drive engineering excellence across aerospace manufacturing and component repair operations, ensuring consistent standards, scalable processes, and strong technical capabilities. Working closely with regional and global leadership, you will shape technology roadmaps, guide investment priorities, and develop high-performing engineering teams. You will also play a key role in improving safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance while supporting customer requirements and business growth. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced engineering leader who combines deep technical expertise with strategic vision, operational discipline, and a passion for talent development.

• At least 10 years of progressive engineering experience in aerospace, gas turbines, precision manufacturing, or another highly engineered manufacturing environment.

• Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and managers across multiple sites, with a track record of developing talent and delivering measurable business results.

• Experience directing technical activities across multiple manufacturing facilities and influencing stakeholders within a matrix organization.

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, manufacturing engineering, metallurgical engineering, or a related discipline.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, supported by sound engineering judgment and a structured approach to continuous improvement.

• Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills, including the ability to engage effectively with executive leaders, customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.

• Ability to translate business priorities into engineering strategies, technical roadmaps, investment plans, and operational improvements.

• Knowledge of aerospace quality systems, regulatory requirements, manufacturing processes, and applicable special-process standards.

• Strong leadership, coaching, collaboration, and organizational skills, with the ability to build accountability and develop future engineering leaders.

• Willingness and ability to travel regularly within North America and internationally as business needs require.

• Preferred: Advanced degree in engineering or business.

• Important eligibility consideration: The position may involve access to technology or information controlled under U.S. export regulations. Employment may therefore be contingent on documentation review and, where required, obtaining an export license. Authorization requirements and timelines may affect eligibility and the start date.