Manufacturing Engineering Manager (Microelectronics)

Location:

Phoenix, AZ (on site role)

Type of Position:

This position will begin as a 6-month contract, with strong potential for long-term employment. While the contract is initially set for 6 months, there is no fixed end date, and extensions beyond the initial term are possible. Conversion to a direct hire role may occur as early as 3 months, depending on individual performance and business needs. Although direct hire is not guaranteed, it is a common outcome for high-performing team members, and most contractors in this role do transition to permanent positions over time.

Overview:

HRU Technical Resources has partnered with a company serving the aerospace and defense industry. We’re seeking to hire a Manufacturing Engineering Manager who will play a critical role in our Data Management and Microelectronics division. We are seeking an experienced engineering leader who thrives on taking on new challenges, shaping high-performing teams, and influencing our product roadmap. In this role, you will lead a team of 7–10 manufacturing engineers, driving process improvements, implementing best-in-class procedures, and collaborating to deliver cutting-edge electronics that are vital to our nation’s defense. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct the day-to-day activities of the Manufacturing Engineering team, ensuring successful execution of manufacturing deliverables on products and programs.
• Identify, maintain, and expand technical expertise within the group; provide technical guidance to the team.
• Execute strategic initiatives and assign responsibilities to achieve goals set by business leadership and the Annual Operating Plan.
• Support the professional growth of team members through cross-training, mentorship, and ongoing career development discussions.
• Attract and retain top engineering talent to support our growth and revenue objectives.
• Hold self and team accountable for high-quality work and on-time delivery of milestones.
• Align and motivate the team around our purpose, culture, and values while ensuring clarity on project priorities and roles.
• Foster open, respectful, and collaborative relationships across engineering and other departments.
• Partner closely with the Chief Engineer, Operations, Program Management, and Technical Project Managers to ensure on-time delivery and quality for new product developments and production programs.
• Proactively address challenges, making rapid course corrections to achieve business objectives.
• Manage relationships with current vendors and subcontractors to ensure quality, budget adherence, and on-time delivery; identify and qualify new vendors as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience managing engineering teams.
• Strong background in process improvement and root cause analysis (e.g., 5 Whys, 8D, Lean Six Sigma).
• Hands-on experience with microelectronics packaging processes, including wirebond, die bond, solder reflow, flip chip, SMT, wafer processing, etc.
• Experience supporting proposal development for Department of Defense (DoD) contracts.
• Ability to thrive in a matrix-style organization.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements:

• This position follows a 9/80 schedule, typically working 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Thursday, with alternating Fridays off. The Friday worked is a shorter day (6 hours). 
• Offer may be contingent upon passing a background check 
• EOE (including Disability/Veterans)

How to Apply for This Job:

To apply for this position, please follow these steps: Apply for this job with your current resume. We’ll get back to you the same day with some feedback on your application. Next you’ll be invited to an online screening conversation so we can go over the job requirements together and you can ask questions. After this stage we’ll give you more feedback on your application and select the candidates to move forward in the process. Typically steps 1 to 4 takes less than 24 hours.

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