Director, Engineering
Panasonic Avionics Corporation •
Irvine, California, United States
Position Type: Permanent
Job Description:
Our new global headquarters is conveniently located in Irvine, CA near John Wayne Airport in the Park Place development. For our onsite and hybrid employees you will be able to enjoy amenities such as access to many restaurants and shops, running trails, a fitness deck, outdoor seating, dry cleaning, car wash, free garage parking, car charging stations, shuttle service for train commuters, outdoor games like bocce, horseshoes, gaming tables, pickle ball, and basketball. For more information on Park Place visit parkplaceirvine.com. Who We Are: Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is 1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, WiFi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity! How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. And we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that will help our organization thrive! We seek diversity in many areas such as background, culture, gender, ways of thinking, skills and more! If you want to learn more about us visit us at www.panasonic.aero. And for a full listing of open job opportunities go to www.panasonic.aero/join-us/. The Position: Director level position, touching on all aspects of a start up division focused on delivery of Cabin Management Systems, In Flight Entertainment Systems and Global Communications Systems into the VVIP market as well as custom products into the VVIP and Commercial aircraft market. - Directs the development of VVIP proposals which are aligned with customer expectations.
- Directs the operations team for VVIP programs and custom products.
- Directs the program management team for VVIP programs and custom products.
- Supports the managing directors with coordination of operational financial aspects with the financial team.
- Manages a staff of 4. Has budget accountability for $2M. Works with Senior Management to establish division strategy and objectives and works with other team members on implementation of such.
The salary or hourly wage range of $151,000 - $253,000 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements. What We’re Looking For: - Bachelor of Science Degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Sciences, Computer
- Engineering or other related engineering degree, or equivalent experience.
- 10+ years experience in large scale integrated systems, complex software system development and/or program/product management.
- 3 years experience managing staff.
- Proven experience in leading design, development and life-cycle management of complex integrated systems, with emphasis on customer requirements and implementation.
- Seasoned ability to communicate effectively and work with all areas of the company and act as a liaison between sales, marketing and engineering to ensure that the customer requirements are met.
- Outstanding communication skills and demonstrated ability in developing and delivering complex business and technical presentations.
- Excels in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Participates with other senior managers to establish strategic plans and objectives.
- Ability to effectively influence multiple constituencies internally and externally and inspire action without direct organizational management responsibility.
- Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires in-depth knowledge of the company.
- Directs and controls activities of a broad functional area.
- Proficient in the use of MS office suite of software applications.
- Ability to travel internationally 20 and domestically 20
Our Principles: Contribution to Society Fairness & Honesty Cooperation & Team Spirit Untiring Effort for Improvement Courtesy & Humility Adaptability Gratitude What We Offer: - At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.
- Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked.
- Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
- 401K with 50 match on up to 8 contribution, full vested from day 1.
- Washington residents only are eligible for: Washington’s Family and Medical Leave program and Washington’s Paid Sick Leave program.
- Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.
Job Ident #:
143148
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