At Janicki Industries, we turn complex ideas into real-world solutions through advanced engineering and manufacturing. Our teams design and build innovative structures, tooling, and systems that support industries including aerospace, space, defense, marine, and architecture. Across every role, from engineers and technicians to operations and support teams, our people help solve challenging problems, push the limits of design and manufacturing, and create solutions that make a lasting impact.

We are seeking to hire a Director of Engineering to join our growing team. This position is located on-site in Hamilton, Washington State. The Director of Engineering will leverage their strong manufacturing background and engineering experience to manage knowledgeable engineering teams.

You will be a technical subject management expert who drives performance in a busy production environment. The Director of Engineering develops individuals, teams, and company procedures to support the vision and demands of continuous improvement and growth. Provides leadership and vision to the Engineering team.

Lead organizational improvements, high-impact initiatives, and transformation efforts Lead day-to-day execution of engineering programs, ensuring alignment with strategy and delivery goals Build and manage program schedules, resources, and risk plans to support on-time, on-budget delivery Serve as the primary problem-solver and escalation point for program risks, conflicts, and execution challenges Ensures the establishment, monitoring, and reporting of key metrics (KPIs)



that support the vision for continuous improvement and growth Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field ~7-10+ years’ experience as a Program Manager, Senior Project Engineer, Senior Design Engineer or equivalent position in a manufacturing environment ~ Demonstrable experience of a track record driving performance in a production environment ~ Proven experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary programs in a fast-paced, evolving technical environment ~ Strong communication skills through written, verbal, and graphical mediums in the English language ~ Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.Secret Security Clearance (U.Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field Certifications (PMP, Six Sigma, AS9100, Leadership, Quality) Proficiency with CATIA, and NX CAD software Proficiency with SAP Wage range for this role is between $130,000 - $185,000 plus a discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts, off-site work, and access pay. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities Medical, Dental,



and Vision insurance with employer contribution ~ Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D; insurance ~ HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account) ~Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays) ~ Several shift options ~ Premium pay for off-shifts Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status.

Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries’ Afffimative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) 404-1997. As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki’s work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.

Equal Chance Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

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