Vice President of Mechanical Engineering

Vice President of Mechanical Engineering About the Company Accomplished private equity firm Industry Airlines/Aviation Type Private Equity Firm Employees 201-500 About the Role The Company is seeking a VP of Mechanical Engineering to lead its engineering department with a focus on strategic development, team building, and product integrity. The successful candidate will be a decisive and technically skilled executive, responsible for shaping engineering strategy, enhancing innovation, and ensuring the quality and timeliness of all engineering output. This high-impact role demands a leader with a hands-on, collaborative mindset, who can provide a leadership example and support to all other departments, customers, and vendors. Key responsibilities include cross-functional leadership, customer engagement, and ongoing process improvement in a results-driven environment. As the VP of Mechanical Engineering, the role involves ultimate responsibility for the development of new products that meet market needs, as well as ensuring all products meet or exceed safety, quality, and performance standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering, with a focus on product design and development, and a proven track record in leading and managing high-performing teams. The role also requires the ability to communicate proactively and professionally with customers, and to work closely with internal departments to ensure alignment on goals and priorities. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion and is an equal-opportunity employer. Hiring Manager Title President Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Engineering