Head of Engineering

The Head of Engineering leads, mentors, and grows a high-performing engineering team responsible for the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced mechanical components and assemblies for thermal protection systems. Operating at a senior leadership level, this role drives operational excellence by managing team schedules, resource allocation, and department KPIs while overseeing the full product lifecycle from concept through production scalability. The position requires close strategic partnership with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to champion company-wide initiatives and ensure strict compliance with aerospace and defense standards.