Head of Avionics - Control Products

Own the technical vision, architecture, and organizational leadership for engine avionics and control systems Control the technical baseline for engine controllers, embedded control software, harnessing, instrumentation/sensors, hydraulic and ignition avionics, and associated test equipment Architect the long-term technical roadmap across BE-3U, BE-4, BE-7, and future propulsion programs Drive cross-program technical direction and manage portfolio-wide technical risk Oversee product lifecycles from requirements and architecture through design, integration, verification, qualification, production, and flight/test support Provide design and architecture review authority across concurrent engine programs Support hot-fire campaigns, qualification testing, flight operations, and anomaly resolution Interface between engine avionics/controls and vehicle-side stakeholders including New Glenn, Lunar, and future vehicle programs Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Mission Assurance, and Manufacturing on scalable, supportable designs Own and evolve the electronics supplier base strategy Represent engine avionics and controls in executive technical reviews and cross-organizational planning Build, mentor, and technically develop engineers and technical leaders through managers and directors Foster ownership, engineering excellence, and psychological safety Navegate organizational change while maintaining mission-critical momentum Maintain budgetary awareness and inform resource allocation and prioritization Drive improvements in reliability, cost, schedule, technical performance, design, verification, and production processes Requirements Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in avionics, embedded control systems, or high-reliability electronics Senior leadership experience with budget and resource management responsibility for technical organizations Experience managing multidisciplinary technical teams at scale, including leadership through subordinate managers Full product lifecycle experience from requirements through design, integration, test, and production Deep technical expertise in propulsion or flight avionics or similarly complex systems Expertise in engine/embedded controllers, sensor and instrumentation systems, harnessing, and real-time control architectures Experience scaling avionics or embedded electronics systems from development to high-volume production Ability to make high-stakes technical and business decisions across concurrent programs Track record leading complex, multi-year technical programs with significant business impact Strong executive presence and excellent written and verbal communication skills Strategic thinking and operational execution excellence Experience shaping technical strategy around supplier ecosystems, procurement strategy, and external dependencies U.S. citizenship or nationality, U.S. permanent residency, or lawful admission to the U.S. as a refugee or asylee Required Blue's Standard Background Check Core Competencies Demonstrates extensive expertise in avionics and embedded control systems, with a strong focus on technical leadership, product lifecycle management, and strategic decision-making. Proven ability to drive cross-program technical direction and manage multidisciplinary teams while ensuring high reliability and performance in complex systems. Highest-signal resume keywords Technical Vision Ownership Avionics Systems Expertise Product Lifecycle Management Multidisciplinary Team Leadership Budget and Resource Management Hard Skills Embedded Control Systems Engine Controllers Sensor and Instrumentation Systems Real-Time Control Architectures Propulsion Systems Design and Architecture Review Integration and Verification High-Volume Production Scaling Technical Risk Management Anomaly Resolution Soft Skills Strategic Thinking Operational Execution Excellence Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Mentoring and Development Psychological Safety Advocacy Certifications & Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering Industry Keywords Avionics High-Reliability Electronics Technical Strategy Supplier Ecosystems Budgetary Awareness #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor