Director Engineering - Electro-Optical and RF Systems

Company: Ball Aerospace
Location: Westminster
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

Director Engineering - Electro-Optical and RF Systems Company: Ball Aerospace Location: Westminster, CO, US, 80021 Date: Mar 9, 2021 Job Category: General Management Req. ID: 7720 Clearance Requirement: A current, active Top Secret--security clearance is required. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, Ball Aerospace pioneers discoveries that enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most. We create innovative space solutions, enable more accurate weather forecasts, drive insightful observations of our planet, deliver actionable data and intelligence, and ensure those who defend our freedom go forward bravely and return home safely. For more information, visit--Ball Aerospace Career Site --or connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Twitter --or Instagram . The Engineering Strategic Support Unit comprises the organizational talent and technical leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution. Director Engineering ---Electro-Optical and RF Systems This position reports to the Senior Director Engineering - Electro-Optical and RF Systems What You'll Do:

• Perform as deputy to Senior Director.
• Responsible for the Engineering execution of the Tactical Solutions (TS) portfolio of programs.
• Ensure the staffing, tools, processes and capabilities are provided to support execution of the TS portfolio. Ensure the needed capabilities to execute and grow the business are in good health.
• Create a strategy that leverages the systems engineering, integration, and test to partner with Tactical Solutions business, leveraging best systems engineering practices.
• Provide leadership by exhibiting behaviors aligned with the tenants of Ball's Inspire, Connect and Achieve (ICA) leadership model. The behaviors would include providing a unifying vision, understanding the diverse needs of others to meet business challenges and acting with humility and a collaborative spirit.
• Create a culture of system architecting and technical management, fully integrated with test.
• Be cognizant of Tactical Solutions business financials, forecasting, new business, and staffing projections.
• Work with Senior Director to establish and maintain clear roles, responsibilities and expectations between the TS programs, engineering functional organizations, operations and mission assurance.
• Establish, define, develop and communicate clear processes, procedures, metrics and training to maintain pulse of and ensure engineering program execution.
• Support strategic data initiatives to include data analytics,--data governance,--and a well-established reporting and dashboard capabilities.
• Prioritize and communicate ongoing technical issues and concerns. Provide mitigation solutions as needed. Ensure timely and effective end-user support. Serve as focal point and escalation manager for incidents related to areas of responsibility.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Support Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary. What You'll Need:
  • BS/BA in related field plus 15 years or more related experience
  • Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
  • High level of leadership and management skills to set direction, create goals in alignment with business requirements and timelines, prioritize operational and project tasks, and enforce accountability.
  • Must have demonstrated ability to identify talent, give sufficient autonomy and accountability, and build a highly functioning engineering team.
  • Strong customer service, accountability, professionalism and interpersonal skill.
  • Possess strong critical thinking skills that result in effective decision making and priority setting.
  • Drive for results and executional excellence.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills.
  • Must be comfortable interacting with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams.
  • Comfortable operating at a fast pace.
  • Organizational skills.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Self-motivated, detail oriented.
  • Familiarity with Aerospace & Defense industry and associated program execution processes.
  • Prior experience implementing and managing a large Program. Working Conditions:
    • Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, clean room, or production floor.
    • Travel and local commute between Ball campuses and other possible non-Ball locations may be required.-- Verification that your current security clearance or government customer access meets the requirement for this position will be required. Relocation for this position is available.
      • HIRING SALARY RANGE: $166,500 - $230,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)
      • Subject to business performance and recommendations of management, this role may be eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan.
      • Subject to business and individual performance, and recommendations of management, this role may be eligible to participate in a long-term incentive compensation plan. US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED Ball Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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