Deputy Chief Engineer

Job Summary

The Deputy Chief Engineer plays a key leadership role within the engineering department, providing strategic direction, technical expertise, and managerial support to ensure the successful execution of engineering projects and initiatives. Reporting to the Chief Engineer or another senior engineering leader, the Deputy Chief Engineer collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, maintain quality standards, and achieve organizational objectives. 

Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Provide leadership and guidance to engineering teams, overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of engineering projects in accordance with established timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Contribute to the development of engineering strategies, objectives, and initiatives, aligning with organizational goals and priorities to drive innovation and competitive advantage.
• Bring deep technical expertise and knowledge in engineering disciplines relevant to the organization's products or services, providing guidance and support to engineering teams on complex technical challenges and issues.
• Manage and prioritize engineering projects and initiatives, allocating resources, monitoring progress, and identifying and mitigating risks to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Set and manage budgets for weight, cost, reliability, and maintenance at the aircraft level.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including research and development, product management, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to ensure alignment of engineering activities with overall business objectives and customer requirements.
• Oversee the certification approach for new and changed products, working with the engineering and airworthiness teams to develop new means of compliance with regulators.
• Implement and maintain quality assurance processes and procedures to ensure that engineering deliverables meet or exceed established quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the engineering department, encouraging creativity, exploration of new technologies, and implementation of best practices to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Mentor and develop engineering talent, providing coaching, training, and opportunities for growth and advancement to support the professional development and retention of high-performing engineers.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, partners, and regulatory agencies, to understand their needs and requirements, address concerns, and build positive relationships.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards governing engineering activities, and proactively identify and mitigate potential risks to project success and organizational reputation.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year college or university, and at least 10 years of technical aircraft and or aircraft systems experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, with progressively increasing levels of responsibility and leadership.
• Proven track record of successful project management and delivery in a technical environment.
• Strong technical expertise in relevant engineering disciplines, with a focus on complex integrated systems.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a results-oriented approach to achieving goals and objectives.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing competing priorities and driving collaboration across diverse teams.
• Private Pilot's License required; Commercial Pilot's License preferred.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: 

• Drives Results
• Manges Ambiguity
• Develops Talent
• Situational Awareness
• Resourcefulness
• Customer Focused

Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group t