Manager of Project Engineering at Crane Co in Lynnwood, Washington

Job Description:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics is seeking a Manager of Project Engineering to drive team performance and critical sustaining engineering projects in our Modular Power Group in Lynnwood, WA.

This position is eligible for our Crane Flex Hybrid schedule which allows for the option of up to 2 days/week of work-from-home. Some conditions apply which will be discussed during the interview process. Full policy to be provided after hire.

The Manager of Project Engineering will be responsible for Sustaining Engineering, including budget, schedule, internal staffing, and project execution. Sustaining Engineering includes supporting failure investigations, productivity improvements, daily manufacturing needs, and special customer orders.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plans and directs all sustaining engineering activities, managing a team of program managers and sustaining engineers in the day-to-day performance of their jobs.


• Developing the budget and ensuring that department objectives are met and adhering to approved budgets in alignment with the Annual Operating Plan.


• Responsible for providing executive updates as to the effects of sustaining to the business.


• Capable of resolving issues arising from operations with the ability to seamlessly coordinate with other departments to support the resolution of issues in the most efficient manner possible.  


• Teaming with peers from a matrix organization will be key to being successful in this role.


• Responsible for managing performance and development plans for direct reports.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:  Requires 5 years’ experience in the related area as an individual contributor or related project engineering lead type position

Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of standard program management processes

Skills: Planning, Organizing, Analysis, Leadership, Interpersonal, Decision Making, Oral and Written Presentation Skills in English, Multi-Tasking, Project Management, Active Listening, Troubleshooting, Critical Thinking, Reading Comprehension, Complex Problem Solving, Active Learning, Systems Analysis, Judgment and Decision Making, Time Management, and Enthusiasm.

Education: Requires a Bachelor’s Degree related technical discipline.

Employment Eligibility Requirement:

This position requires access to controlled data or information and therefore only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). 

Preferred Qualifications:

1 to 3 years supervisory experience

Aerospace/Space experience

Manufacturing Operations background a plus

Formal training in Program and/or Program Managemen (PMI or equivalent)

About Crane Aerospace & Electronics:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes.  We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

Crane Aerospace & Electronics offers competitive salaries and outstanding opportunities for career growth and development.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check prior to employment. 

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.

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