VP Engineering

Summary

The Vice President of Engineering is a strategic executive leader responsible for leading engineering execution across AvL Technologies' satellite communications product portfolio. This position provides leadership for new product development, systems engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, RF engineering, software and embedded systems.

The Vice President of Engineering is accountable for engineering execution, technical risk management and product development delivery. The candidate translates approved technology and R&D priorities into engineering plans, resource needs, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.

The candidate is also responsible for building a high-performance engineering organization, through organizational leadership, engineering process discipline, culture of technical excellence, efficiency, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Execute engineering plans aligned with the approved product and technology roadmap.

• Provide executive leadership and direction for all engineering disciplines, including systems, RF, electrical, mechanical, software, manufacturing, test, and quality engineering.

• Lead the development, introduction, and lifecycle management of SATCOM antenna systems, terminals, tracking systems, and related communications products and systems.

• Establish engineering priorities, resource allocation plans, budgets, and performance metrics.

• Drive engineering innovation and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product performance, manufacturability, reliability, and cost competitiveness.

• Ensure products meet customer requirements, regulatory standards, and applicable industry certifications.

• Oversee all phases of product development from concept through production release and sustainment.

• Collaborate closely with Operations, Product Management, Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, Purchasing, and Customer Service to achieve business objectives.

• Support business development initiatives with technical implementation and level of effort estimates.

• Build, mentor, and develop high-performing engineering teams and leadership.

• Establish and maintain engineering processes, design standards, and best practices.

• Ensure effective risk management and resolution of technical, operational, and program challenges.

• Lead engineering budget development and management, including capital expenditures and organizational planning.

• Serve as a member of the executive leadership team, contributing to overall company strategy and growth initiatives.