Opto-Mechanical Engineering Manager 053QE at Quartus Engineering

About QuartusQuartus Engineering Incorporated () is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions for a wide range of clients and industries. We employ advanced computer-aided engineering tools in the areas of optics structural thermal and coupled analyses. We integrate our engineering analysis capabilities with design prototype integration and test capabilities to create solutions for our clients that are of extraordinary value.What will you doAs an Opto-Mechanical Engineering Manager in our Aerospace sector you will be helping to lead and grow a team with industry-leading engineering capabilities in opto-mechanical design development and AI&T. Your primary role will be to grow and develop the teams capabilities while providing technical leadership. You will also function as a technical lead on projects involving optical system development for aerospace applications.Essential Job Functions:People LeadershipManage a team of 3-6 opto-mechanical engineersFoster team collaboration and high technical performance with a people-first approachMentor motivate and develop the opto-mechanical engineering teamAssess performance and constructively coach setting goals for individualsAlign individual career paths and goals with group goals and company business strategyProject & Technical LeadershipServe as technical lead on projects involving opto-mechanical design development and optical instrument AI&T for a diverse range of applications in spaceborne airborne and ground based optical payloads used for imaging (UV/VIS/SWIR/MWIR/LWIR multi-spectral and hypersectral) LiDAR/ranging free-space laser communication energy transfer etc.Delegate oversee and plan project work in collaboration with program managerPerform technical work on the more challenging aspects of projects in collaboration with experts in other engineering disciplines such as optical electrical and software engineeringProvide technical mentorship to junior engineersContribute to technical development in areas of interest or expertiseContribute to sales efforts by writing proposals presenting engineering capabilities and assisting business development team with meeting conference and marketing content supportSupport development of business relationships with clientsResearch & DevelopmentStay up to date with the latest advancements in opto-mechanical engineering and related technologiesIdentify opportunities for innovation and improvement in optical systems developmentWhat are we looking forBS or MS in Mechanical Opto-Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering Optics Physics or similar Engineering field10 years of industry experience>2 years experience in personnel/team managementExpert understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals (statics dynamics thermal precision kinematics) as well as opto-mechanicsExperience with mechanical CAD software (Solidworks preferred)Experience with a finite-element-analysis package (SW Simulation Ansys Workbench NASTRAN)Experience with alignment of optical components optical instrument integration and performance evaluation environmental testing etc.Proven ability to develop and manage engineersDemonstrated ability to work in and lead a technical teamProject management experience (technical & programmatic leadership)Experience with cradle-to-grave systems engineering (requirements derivation through A I & T)Excellent written and verbal communication skillsComfortable making presentations in front of customers senior leadership and larger audiencesExperience developing business proposals and/or support sales organization to win and develop new businessMust be US Person (US Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident)Preferred QualificationsMATLAB and/or Python experience preferredZemax experience preferredMachine shop experience preferredCompensation and BenefitsOpto-Mechanical Engineering Manager pay range: $126070-$205997**This pay range represents base addition you may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation.Referral Eligibility: Tier 2Quartus is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to employing a diverse workforce including but not limited to minorities women individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Quartus provides comprehensive benefits including competitive salary discretionary performance-based bonus employee stock ownership plan medical dental vision and 401k plan with company match.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills High School,Information Technology Sales,Instrumentation,AC Maintenance,Courier Delivery,Broadcast Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1