Applications Engineering Manager

Application Engineering Manager We are seeking an experienced Application Engineering Manager to lead and support technical application engineering activities for products and solutions serving the nuclear power industry. This role requires a strong understanding of nuclear power plant systems, including the application, operation, and integration of valves, actuators, and related control systems. You will combine technical expertise, customer-facing engineering experience, and leadership skills to support business growth, work with engineering resources, and ensure successful proposal execution. Location: Brea, CA Salary Range: $160,000 - $190,000 Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in California. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer. We Take Care of Our People Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture Your Challenge: Lead and manage a team of application engineers supporting nuclear power generation customers and projects. Provide technical leadership for the selection, sizing, specification, and application of valves, actuators, and related equipment. Serve as the primary technical resource for customers, sales teams, and nuclear utilities. Review customer specifications, engineering requirements, and regulatory standards to develop compliant technical solutions. Support proposal development, bid reviews, technical presentations, and contract negotiations. Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and project management teams to ensure the successful execution of customer requirements. Evaluate plant system requirements, including Code, safety-related, auxiliary, and balance-of-plant systems. Ensure compliance with applicable nuclear industry standards, codes, and quality requirements. Mentor and develop application engineering team members while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Participate in customer meetings, technical conferences, and industry events as required. Periodic travel (approximately 10–25%) may be required for customer meetings, site visits, training, and industry events. What You Bring: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Minimum 5 years of engineering experience in nuclear power generation, power plant equipment, industrial automation, fluid control systems, or related industries. Demonstrated knowledge of nuclear power plant systems and plant operations. Experience with control valves, isolation valves, safety-related valves, actuators, instrumentation, and associated control systems. Experience reviewing technical specifications, drawings, P&IDs, and engineering documentation. Strong customer-facing and technical communication skills. Previous leadership or supervisory experience managing engineering teams preferred Knowledge of nuclear quality assurance programs and regulatory requirements preferred Experience supporting commercial nuclear power plants, SMR technologies, or nuclear EPC projects preferred Familiarity with industry standards and codes applicable to nuclear and power generation equipment preferred Who We Are Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Enertech, a business unit of Curtiss-Wright, is a global leader in providing valves, actuators, snubbers, pipe restraints, instrumentation, diagnostics and test equipment to the Nuclear Power Industry. Our employees are highly motivated, self-starters and able to work in a fast-paced team environment where critical and tight deadlines are common, and Customer Satisfaction is our foremost mission. #LI-YA1 No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright. Compliance Statement This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request. Join the WRIGHT Team! Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright. Our Values What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other. Leadership We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action. Customer Focus We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion. Teamwork & Trust Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward. Respect for People We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees. Integrity We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships. What We Offer Our Employees: Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one! Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of! Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.