Principal/Lead Systems Engineer - VA

BEACH LBT

an RFD Beaufort Inc Co - 5.0 Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Full-time From $120,000 a year 19 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Teamwork Bachelor of Science Safety regulations Materials engineering experience within manufacturing Mechanical Engineering Process improvement Aerospace Engineering Supervising experience Managing engineering teams FEA Welding Regulatory compliance analysis Materials science Mechanical knowledge Structural analysis tools Full Job Description Principal / Lead Systems Engineer Job Family - Engineering This family is responsible for creating everything from the initial concept to the final design of our products. They develop ideas for new products and prototypes, as well as evolving the design details of established ranges. They deeply understand the safety needs of our customers and deliver innovation that captures our design strategy and brand values. They integrate innovative functional solutions with world-class creativity to support Beaufort's vision to become the most trusted provider of survival technology. Job Summary As a Principal Engineer, you will manage the design engineering process for a highly specialized Beaufort product set, namely Aircrew Flight Equipment for military applications. Your expertise will be crucial in advancing product innovation, ensuring our products meet stringent safety standards and commercial objectives. This role requires a deep understanding of aerospace mechanical engineering and an active involvement in developing our junior engineers whilst standing up and leading a Design Engineering team. Key responsibilities and accountabilities

• Provide top-tier design engineering expertise within contract terms or service level agreements, including planning, coordinating, and supervising major contracts.
• Identify and implement improvements to existing product designs, develop and deliver product roadmap changes, and new product developments within Beaufort's NPD and change management process.
• Manage the knowledge management system, contributing to its development and ensuring effective knowledge sharing.
• Address emerging design, quality, safety, and operational issues, identifying causes, barriers, stakeholders, and related issues.
• Develop procedures and interpret regulatory requirements to ensure product compliance and best practice, monitoring the commercial success of product developments.
• Analyze the feasibility of proposed complex products and services, making recommendations for development, replacement, or retirement.
• Oversee a portfolio of change projects, reporting progress to senior colleagues.
• Recommend improvements to policies, processes, standards, and practices.
• Evaluate and identify solutions that best meet business and customer needs.
• Engage in continuous professional development, maintaining a deep understanding of technology, regulations, and industry best practices.

Experience, Qualifications and Skills Essential Criteria:

Extensive engineering experience within the aerospace industry. Experience with system-level integration, finite element analysis, and strong mechanical skills. Experience with product certification for aviation applications (Military or Federal regulations). Background and knowledge in materials science. People management / supervisory experience- at least 2-5 years in an Engineering Lead / Middle Management role BEng/MEng/BSc/MSc in Engineering, preferably mechanical or aerospace engineering. At least 5-10 years Engineering experience in industry.

Desirable:

Professional / Chartered Engineer status. Experience in product safety. Knowledge and experience of inflatable / pressure vessel type products. Knowledge and experience of coated textiles / films manufacturing joining processes (e.g. high frequency and ultrasonic welding). Values Drive We are driven by powerful passion. We take bold action and live our purpose with unwavering commitment.​ Collaboration We break down silos, andbring our talents together, to realize our ambitions with collective strength and accountability . ​ Innovation We have a pioneering spirit to push the boundaries and create value by challenging convention and always improving. ​ Resolve We are agile , proactive problem solvers who anticipate change and transform challenges into opportunities .

• Must pass background check and drug test.

Pay:

From $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have at least 5 years of Engineering experience in the aerospace industry? Do you have at least 2 years of people management experience within Engineering industry? Ability to

Relocate:

Virginia Beach, VA 23452: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person