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A subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, we are focused on proprietary radar solutions and avionics systems.
The Role
Lead and develop a product engineering team to transfer radar products from R&D to high-volume manufacturing, support production and subcontractors, drive root cause analysis and CAPA, manage ECO/ECN and documentation, and lead continuous improvement for quality, reliability, yield, and cost reduction.
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DRS RADA is a global pioneer of RADAR systems for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.
Join a leading defense technology company and take a key role as a Product Engineering Manager within a dynamic manufacturing environment, supporting the development and ongoing improvement of advanced, life-saving radar systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead product engineering activities throughout the product lifecycle, from New Product Introduction (NPI) to sustaining engineering.
- Lead, manage, mentor, and develop a team of Product Engineers, driving technical excellence and team performance.
- Drive the successful transfer of products from R&D to high-volume manufacturing.
- Provide ongoing engineering support to production lines and subcontractors.
- Lead root cause analysis, failure investigations, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Manage engineering changes (ECO/ECN) and ensure accurate product documentation.
- Collaborate closely with Hardware, Software, Mechanical, System Engineering, Integration & Test, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and Program Management teams.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, reliability, manufacturability, yield, and cost reduction.
- Support product qualification, manufacturing readiness, and configuration management activities.
- Act as the primary engineering focal point for sustaining products, ensuring technical excellence and customer satisfaction.
- B.Sc. in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
- At least 5 years of experience in Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, NPI, or a similar engineering role.
- At least 2 years of proven managerial experience leading, mentoring, and developing engineering teams.
- Experience with complex electronic assemblies, PCBAs, and multidisciplinary systems.
- Proven experience transferring products from R&D to manufacturing.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in root cause analysis.
- Experience working in a high-tech manufacturing environment; defense industry experience is an advantage.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluent English, both written and spoken.
Desired Skills:
- Strong leadership skills and ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
- System-level thinking and technical decision-making capabilities.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.
Skills Required
- B.Sc. in Electrical or Electronics Engineering
- At least 5 years experience in Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, NPI, or similar
- At least 2 years proven managerial experience leading, mentoring, and developing engineering teams
- Experience with complex electronic assemblies, PCBAs, and multidisciplinary systems
- Proven experience transferring products from R&D to manufacturing
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in root cause analysis
- Experience working in a high-tech manufacturing environment
- Defense industry experience
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Fluent English, both written and spoken
- Leadership, system-level thinking, ability to influence cross-functional teams
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and a collaborative mindset
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What We Do
A subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, we are focused on proprietary radar solutions and avionics systems.






