Job DescriptionWe are seeking a forward-thinking Electrical Engineering Department Lead/Manager to direct our electronics design team from concept through production. In this role, you will provide technical leadership, mentor engineering staff, and drive the development of advanced power conversion, motor control, and embedded systems for aerospace and military applications. Operating with minimal supervision, you will bridge the gap between technical execution, program management, and customer satisfaction.
ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership & Team Management Lead and mentor the electronics design team, providing technical guidance, career development, and daily operational support.
Drive hardware and software development strategies, leveraging your background in FPGA and microprocessor-based system design.
Foster innovation by bringing novel solutions and forward-thinking ideas to complex technological challenges.
Product Design & Lifecycle Management Oversee end-to-end design, steering high-reliability products from initial architecture through to full-rate manufacturing.
Architect advanced electrical systems, focusing on power conversion (DC-DC converters), motor control, and motor driver technologies.
Utilize industry-standard tools including Altium for PCB design, LTspice for simulation, and LabVIEW for test development.
Manufacturing, Test, & Quality Support Support manufacturing readiness by establishing comprehensive manufacturing test strategies.
Develop test documentation and execution procedures to ensure flawless transition to the production floor.
Lead Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations for system and design issues, defining clear path forwards and risk management strategies.
Program Management & Business Development Support proposals and quotations, estimating engineering efforts and defining technical scopes of work.
Develop program schedules and accurately forecast Estimate to Complete (ETC) metrics for the program management team.
Manage technical risks proactively, balancing budget, timeline, and compliance constraints.
Customer & Stakeholder Communication Serve as a primary customer interface, presenting technical reports, design reviews, and project updates with a strong customer-focused mindset.
Effectively communicate complex technical concepts across multidisciplinary internal teams and external stakeholders.
QualificationsExperience: Experience: Proven experience in the aerospace or military defense industry, with a strong background in high-reliability electronics manufacturing environments.
Leadership Style: Personable, collaborative leader capable of managing, motivating, and uniting a technical team.
Core Competencies: Exceptional multitasker and problem solver who thrives in fast-paced environments with minimal supervision.
Technical Depth: Deep understanding of power electronics (DC-DC, motor drivers) and embedded computing architectures (FPGAs, microprocessors).
Software/Tools: Altium, LTspice, and LabVIEW. PowerPoint, Excel, Word
Bachelors Degree: Minimum four (4) years of experience in people management. Minimum six (6) years of experience in field. OR Masters Degree: Minimum two (2) years of experience in people management. Minimum six (6) years of experience in field.
Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Security Clearance
About UsAbout Frontgrade At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world's most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.
Why Work for Us We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That's why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You'll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you're building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.
Additional Information This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.
Other benefits include: - Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
- 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
- 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
- Career Opportunity and Growth
- Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
- Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)
- 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave
