Chief Engineer – Aerospace Actuation & Actuation Systems
Curtiss‑Wright is seeking a highly technical individual with expertise in aerospace actuation! Reporting to the Director of Engineering at CW Actuation Division you will provide technical oversight and direction within Curtiss‑Wright’s aerospace actuation group. In this role, you will serve as a technical expert on aerospace actuation equipment and systems such as:
- Hydromechanical actuation systems
- Electromechanical actuation systems
- Motion control systems
- Flight control actuation
- Power drive units (PDUs) and associated actuation components
- High lift systems
- Integrated hardware/software aerospace systems
LOCATION: Shelby, NC (greater Charlotte, NC)
We Take Care of Our People
- Paid Time Off
- 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
- Health and Wellness Benefits
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Referral Program
- Competitive Pay
- Recognition
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Inclusive & Supportive Culture
WHAT YOU BRING:
A successful candidate will have knowledge of and experience with the following areas of competence:
- Mechanical design
- Geared actuation
- Motors/power electronics
- Embedded software
- Safety‑critical architecture
- Aerospace certification
- Systems engineering
- FAA/EASA compliance
- DAL certified integrated systems
A qualified candidate will have passion and experience providing technical direction within a matrix engineering organization on Bids/Proposals and NPI/IRAD projects as well as meet the following criteria:
- A bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, aerospace, or equivalent) is required.
- A master’s degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, aerospace, or equivalent) is preferred.
- 15-30yrs of experience in aerospace actuation / flight controls is required.
- Demonstrated experience leading communication with customers on technical topics, project progress, and issue resolution.
- Demonstrated experience in bid & proposal creation (i.e., technical proposals, NRE estimates, etc.).
- Demonstrated experience evaluating an refining/deriving requirements (flow down, decomposition, derivation, traceability, compliance, etc.).
- Demonstrated experience creating aerospace reliability analyses such as FMEA and FMECA.
- Demonstrated experience leading root cause / corrective action initiatives via 8D, A4, 5-why, Ishikawa, or equivalent.
- A track record of delivering results on time and within budget.
- A track record of creating and refining technical governance / best practices and holding team members accountable to comply with governance.
- A track record of mentoring technical talent, demonstrating servant leadership practices, and advocating for team members success.
- A track record of advising senior leadership on technology development.
- A willingness to perform other duties as assigned.
WHO WE ARE:
Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss‑Wright Actuation Division is approximately a $200 million Commercial and Military Aerospace business unit within Curtiss‑Wright Corporation. The vision of the Actuation Group is to be a world leader in the design, manufacture, and service of high power motion control systems and components and to grow revenue via a combination of organic growth and aggressive M&A activity. The U.S. facility is the OEM Manufacturing Center of Excellence for flight control and utility actuation product lines. This modern 180,000 square‑foot facility is ISO 9001/AS9100 certified and fully equipped for manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing of simple and complex mechanical and electromechanical systems and equipment. Significant investments have been made to expand and develop a modern manufacturing environment in order to meet the diverse industrial opportunities present in the global marketplace.
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Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export‑controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export‑controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Equal Opportunity
Curtiss‑Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. For US Applicants: EEO is The Law. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
Join the WRIGHT Team!
Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss‑Wright is an integrated, market‑facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well‑balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss‑Wright. Our Values What makes a world‑class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss‑Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other. Leadership We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action. Customer Focus We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion. Teamwork & Trust Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward. Respect for People We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees. Integrity We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.
What We Offer Our Employees
Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss‑Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one! Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of! Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.
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