General Engineering

Job Description Janicki Industries is an innovative, family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defense, and space industries. This position is located on-site in Hamilton, Washington State.

The Chief Engineer is responsible for providing senior technical leadership across engineering programs, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, quality standards, and organizational goals. This role guides multidisciplinary teams through complex engineering challenges, oversees the execution of technical deliverables, and drives continuous improvement in engineering practices. The Chief Engineer ensures engineering excellence and innovation while fostering collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

This role demands a hands-on, self-motivated, and highly intelligent professional who thrives in a dynamic, evolving engineering environment. Serve as the primary technical authority for assigned engineering programs and initiatives.

Lead and direct multidisciplinary engineering teams through all phases of product development, from concept through manufacturing and delivery

Interpret and validate engineering documentation, specifications, and drawings

Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, procurement, and program management to ensure successful product realization

Provide oversight on parts lists, three-dimensional models, drawing release, and engineering change documentation

Promote best practices in design for manufacturability and design for assembly

Monitor and report key technical performance indicators, identifying and reducing technical risks proactively

Support customer communications and resolve engineering-related concerns in a timely and professional manner.

Undertake and manage special projects of varying sizes and complexities, ensuring they are completed on time and within scope

Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.Secret Security Clearance (U.Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, systems engineering, or a related technical discipline is required

A minimum of ten years of engineering experience in relevant industries, including at least five years in a senior or principal engineering role

Expertise in leading complex engineering or business projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely execution and stakeholder alignment

Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical integration, structural design, and applicable industry standards

Proficiency in three-dimensional computer-aided design tools such as CATIA, Siemens NX, or SolidWorks, and the Microsoft Office software suite

Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills.

Advanced project management abilities, with demonstrated success in executing initiatives and meeting strategic objectives

Proven ability to manage confidential data and executive-level discussions with professionalism and discretion

High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling confidential information

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English, with experience presenting to executives, managing customer relations, and negotiating contracts

Salary range for this role is between $150,000 - $200,000 , plus discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution

• Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
• Education reimbursement program
• Several shift options
• Premium pay for off-shifts

We’ll review your application for other opportunities. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries’ Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at View phone number on us.fitly.work.

As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis).