Principal Engineer

Job Opportunity

Opportunity to work on mission-critical technologies that directly impact global aviation safety and performance! Employees gain end-to-end exposure across the full product lifecycle, not just a narrow slice of engineering! The company provides strong financial stability and long-term career growth! Fosters a culture of innovation where engineers actively contribute to advanced aerospace solutions! The collaborative environment and focus on safety create a balanced and supportive workplace!

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan

Pay: Competitive Pay & Benefits!

Job Description

What you will be doing:

• Develop new or improved equipment, materials, processes, products, and engineering methods by applying advanced engineering theories and principles.
• Evaluate technical feasibility, cost, resources, timelines, and business impact.
• Provide expert-level technical insight into manufacturing and processing methods, materials, and system performance, supporting long-term engineering and production planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and technical experts to provide recommendations, problem-solving approaches, and analytical methods that support multiple projects and programs.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations and proposals to internal stakeholders and external customers to support key business decisions.
• Conduct advanced engineering analyses, testing, and validation activities related to new or modified designs, materials, equipment, or processes.
• Document findings and results in detailed reports.
• Analyze operational, testing, and research data to establish performance standards for new or modified systems.
• Assess feasibility of proposed engineering solutions, especially when data is limited or requires validation.
• Research, evaluate, and implement emerging technologies to improve performance, reduce cost, and enhance engineering capabilities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through the development of new tools, processes, and engineering techniques.
• Maintain technical expertise by staying current with industry trends, attending workshops, reviewing research publications, and participating in professional organizations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, aerospace industry regulations, engineering standards, and documentation requirements.
• Lead complex engineering assignments and multiple projects, ensuring progress, quality, and successful delivery.
• Recommend improvements to engineering processes and procedures as needed.
• Serve as a technical consultant to leadership and act as a subject matter expert on key engineering issues.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and cross-functional teams.
• Participate in cross-functional or integrated product development teams and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support knowledge sharing across teams to ensure technical expertise and best practices are effectively transferred.

Experience you will need:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical/Electronics, Systems Engineering, or related technical field (Master's preferred).
• 10+ years of relevant engineering experience in complex technical environments.
• Must have experience working with axial piston pumps.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, systems design, manufacturing processes, and industry standards (aerospace experience preferred).
• Experience leading technical projects, engineering analyses, and product development activities.
• Strong understanding of continuous improvement methodologies and engineering best practices.
• Proficiency with engineering tools, data analysis software, and project management systems.
• Ability to interpret complex technical data, identify problems, and develop effective solutions.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical concepts to leadership and customers.
• Experience mentoring and guiding engineering teams or junior talent.
• Strong analytical thinking, independent judgment, and problem-solving capabilities in complex environments with incomplete data.