Essential Functions
Provides leadership and management for product development and sustaining programs and activities
Hires, develops, and manages the engineering team to strengthen intellectual capital and deliver business results. Ensures the team has the right skill mix to sustain and grow the business while meeting customer needs.
Stays current with technology trends and ensures appropriate training and development for yourself and the team. Partners with business development and sales to shape the technology roadmap and align future skills and project priorities.
Guides efforts to enhance existing products and support the development of new offerings.
Plans and manages resource deployment across multiple projects to ensure effective execution. Support the establishment of and directly manage operating plan budgets for IR&D, sustaining, funded engineering, and marketing support
Supports the establishment of and maintain design guidelines and design processes
Serves as a technical point of contact for site representing Crane with existing and potential customers.
Provides management support and guidance on business proposals and engineering estimates for development and recurring costs on new programs. Cultivates and manages a results‑focused culture that balances innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: 10 years related experience. 3 years of supervisory experience; Demonstrated experience with relevant standards and practices; Demonstrated strong customer orientation
Knowledge: Experience with RF Passive component simulation and design best practices.
Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated ability to plan and accomplish goals based on experience and judgment; Demonstrated skills in the following responsibilities: employee development, team building, business acumen, continuous improvement, systems and tools, project management and communication (written and verbal).
Education/Certification: BS Electrical Engineering, BS Physics or BS in Relevant Engineering Field
Eligibility Requirement: This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. Additionally, as a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (with an emphasis on RF passive design field)
Demonstrated understanding of Military, Space and Commercial Aerospace standards and related processes. Demonstrated experience with industry standards and practices.
Working Conditions
Standard office environment
Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
Standing: 10% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Sitting: 90% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Lifting (in pounds): up to 10 pounds
Pushing (in pounds): up to 10 pounds
Mental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets
Workspace (line, cube, etc): office
Top Benefits
As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy
Benefits: Health care, dental or life insurance starting the first day of the month
Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment
You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.
We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.
In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.
Salary range: $163,600.00 to $196,200.00. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
