Engineering Manager II – Mechanical Engineering

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Engineering Manager overseeing engineering teams in aerospace and defense, ensuring project success and staffing needs. Collaborating cross-discipline and managing resources for advanced missions and systems.

Posted 6/15/2026full-timeLone Tree • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $165,010 - $226,889 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

mechanical design principlesparametric designmodel-based definitionmaterial hardware selectionmanufacturing processesproduction processesComputer Aided Engineering toolsanalysis and simulationengineering principlesproject management

Soft Skills

communication skillsorganizational skillsmentorshipconflict resolutioncollaborationstaffing managementperformance evaluationcareer path supportrisk managementtalent development

Tools & Technologies

SNC toolsrisk mitigation toolsproject scheduling softwarebudgeting toolsstaffing toolsinterviewing toolsonboarding softwaretraining platformssimulation softwaremulti-disciplinary design tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's of Science degreeTop Secret U.S. Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

engineering experienceproduct level designsprogressive engineeringmanagement experienceindustry best practicesprogram successresource allocationrisk identificationissue identificationchallenge identification

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support project staffing plans, schedules, budgets, bids, and estimates for proposed program work packages, including the execution of risk mitigation plans
Ensure the availability and effectiveness of required tools, processes, and training to achieve program success, while aligning with SNC tools/processes and industry best practices/standards
Manage resource allocations required for program task execution, as well as risk, issue, and challenge identification
Collaborate with the business to determine staffing requirements and help source, screen, interview, and hire top engineering talent
Execute onboarding support, training, mentorship, and career path/talent development activities for engineering discipline teams
Provide career path support, conduct performance evaluations, and facilitate conflict resolution

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's of Science degree in a related discipline
Typically, 8+ years of progressive engineering experience, which includes 4+ years of management experience
Experience leading the development, maturation, and approval of product level designs
Advanced knowledge of industry-standard mechanical design principles, to include, but not limited to parametric design, model-based definition, material hardware selection, manufacturing, and production processes
Thorough understanding of engineering principles and practices
Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools, analysis and simulation
Ability to work in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
Excellent communication and organizational skills
The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous paid time off and flex time
Exclusive SNC company events
Leadership and development training
SNC Mentorship Program
Education reimbursement
Free to use fitness center on-site
State-of-the-art coffee house
Full-service Cafeteria with planned breakfast and lunch options
Modern Campus setting built with collaboration spaces, spectacular mountain views and natural light throughout
Access to walking and biking trails