Lead Engineer

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathawayyoull be doing things that matter leading at every level and winning a better way. Were committed to making a positive impact on the world providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities and fostering a culture where everyones empowered to be their best.

AtKITCO Fiber Optics we are a leading provider of fiber optic termination products and consulting services to the military and commercial communications industry. We specialize in the design and fabrication of fiber optic tools tool kits and custom cable assemblies. We also produce private label kits for a number of major connector manufacturers and sell our own broad line of products. Our field services division also performs on-site termination splicing troubleshooting and testing support and our training division provides hands-on training and certification programs. We are recognized within the defense industry as fiber optic connectivity experts and for over 20 years have customized our products and services to meet strict military standards. We are a proud part of Marmon Aerospace and Defense Group a Berkshire Hathaway Company.

Marmon Aerospace & Defense Group is a trusted provider of high-performance wire & cable cable assembly fiber optic and connectivity solutions for the worlds most demanding applications. We support customers across commercial and military aerospace defense space power generation and industrial marketsdelivering solutions that perform in extreme environments where failure is not an option. From shipboard and ground systems to aircraft launch vehicles satellites and critical infrastructure our technologies are designed to meet stringent specifications and mission requirements.

Benefits

We offer a competitive and well-rounded benefits package including:

• Medical dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Short-term and long-term disability (STD/LTD) coverage
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee discounts
• And more

Key Responsibilities

• Lead coach and develop engineers and technical staff; set priorities assign work and identify resource or schedule risks early.
• Serve as senior technical lead/design authority for product development modification integration and first-build/hybrid projects within assigned authority.
• Translate customer contract and system requirements into clear design inputs technical plans acceptance criteria and risk-based controls.
• Lead technical/design reviews engineering trade studies prototype builds test planning verification/validation and technical release decisions.
• Ensure drawings/models BOMs specifications interfaces acceptance criteria and test evidence are complete manufacturable traceable and configuration controlled.
• Drive DFM/DFA cost/process improvements alternate-source evaluations and practical solutions that improve quality reliability and delivery performance.
• Lead root-cause investigations and resolve design supplier production quality and field issues; assess technical impact of post-release changes and required re-verification/re-validation.
• Partner with Quality Operations Procurement Business Development/Sales customers and suppliers to align requirements and execute effective design transfer.
• Manage multiple projects communicate status and technical risks and ensure Engineering follows applicable ISO 9001/AS9100 design document configuration and change-control requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Electrical Systems or related Engineering discipline.
• 7 years of experience in physical product design development integration or production support including technical lead mentoring or project-lead responsibility.
• Experience taking products from requirements/concept through prototype test/verification released configuration and production or operational use.
• Strong working knowledge of engineering drawings/CAD product definition GD&T/tolerance concepts BOMs materials/processes and configuration/change control.
• Experience developing or reviewing test plans acceptance criteria qualification evidence engineering analyses and root-cause investigations.
• Strong engineering judgment systems thinking problem solving project organization and written/verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 AS9100 or another controlled/regulated product-development environment.
• U.S. citizenship required pursuant to applicable federal government contract requirements.

Preferred Experience

• Fiber optic connectivity MIL Circular/MT/MPO or related interconnects cable assemblies telecom hardware ruggedized electronics or electromechanical products.
• Defense aerospace naval/shipboard or other mission-critical product-development programs.
• SolidWorks/AutoCAD and exposure to FEA/CAE 3D printing CMM/metrology optical or RF test equipment and environmental qualification testing.
• DFM/DFA and supplier/manufacturing processes such as machining molding stamping plating adhesives and cable assembly.
• Military/industry standards such as MIL-STD IEC TIA VITA/SOSA or similar interface and compliance frameworks.
• Supplier qualification alternate-source development customer-facing design reviews and technical proposal support.

Working Environment

Primarily office-based with regular hands-on work in laboratory prototype and production environments. Occasional travel may be required for customer supplier external test or program support.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Standing walking and working in a manufacturing environment for extended periods
• Manual dexterity to handle small components and precision tools
• Visual acuity for inspecting fiber optic assemblies and reading technical drawings
• May require use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas

Employment is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time with or without cause or notice. KITCO Fiber Optics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and federal contractor committed to affirmative action and nondiscrimination in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email your request to and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.