Engineering Manager

TIGHITCO, Inc. is an industry leader in the design, fabrication, and assembly of engineered components for aerospace and industrial applications. TIGHITCO is comprised of three divisions – Complex Composite Structures, Insulation Products, and Overhaul Support Services, supported by five facilities located throughout North America. We have ISO 9001, AS9100 and NADCAP accreditation for our quality and system management.

• Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance to the engineering team, overseeing the development and implementation of manufacturing processes for composite parts in the aerospace industry.
• Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of engineers, providing guidance, support and opportunities for professional growth and development
• Process Optimization: Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements, implementing best industry practices and innovative solutions to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing, fostering innovation and creativity within the engineering team to drive ongoing enhancements to manufacturing processes and technologies.
• New Product Introduction: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new product development initiatives, from concept to production, ensuring that engineering requirements are met within schedule and budget constraints.
• Resource Management: Manage the engineering team, including recruitment, training, and performance management, to ensure the team has the necessary skills and resources to meet objectives set by leadership.
• Tooling Management: Manage the design, procurement and acceptance of tooling for all products.
• Vendor and Supplier Management: Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to source materials and components, ensuring alignment with quality and performance requirements.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with all customer requirements upholding quality standards and regulatory requirements, implementing rigorous quality assurance processes to maintain the highest level of product quality.
• Health and Safety: Champion a culture of safety within the engineering team and across the manufacturing facility, ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations and promoting a safe working environment.

• This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Extensive experience in aerospace composite manufacturing, with a strong understanding of composite materials, manufacturing processes and industry certifications.
• Proven leadership experience, with a track record of successfully managing engineering teams and driving innovation in a manufacturing environment.
• Exceptional creativity and problem-solving skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others to think creatively and explore innovative solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and regulatory requirements in the aerospace industry.
• Commitment to excellence, with a passion for driving continuous improvement and delivering high-quality results.

Education and/or Experience:    

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Supervise and lead all members of the Engineering Department.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Stand; walk and sit frequently.
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms occasionally.
• Vision abilities required are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Authorization / Security Clearance:

To be determined on a Program specific basis.

Work Environment:                             

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Office Area 75% of the time.
• Manufacturing Area 25% of the time.
• Noise – Moderate noise.
• Work near moving mechanical parts 10% of the time.

AAP/EEO Statement:

EEO Employer / Vet / Disabled