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Engineering Manager (Aerospace & Defense)Arena Family of Companies • Ontario, CA, US
Engineering Manager (Aerospace & Defense)

Engineering Manager (Aerospace & Defense)

Arena Family of Companies • Ontario, CA, US
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Job Description

Join a world-class engineering and technology team that has been shaping the industry for over 60 years. Join a global leader driving the future of RF and wireless innovation, pioneering precision RF, microwave, and THz measurement and calibration solutions that empower the next generation of breakthroughs in 5G / 6G, aerospace and defense, satellite communications, and quantum research.

Your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on the world’s leading semiconductor manufacturers, telecom innovators, and research institutions, from enabling mission-critical radar and satellite systems to advancing quantum computing and next-generation wireless networks.

Why This Role?

  • Competitive Salary & Bonuses : Enjoy a market-competitive salary range, plus annual performance and multi-year retention bonuses.
  • International Exposure : Gain valuable experience working with dynamic teams across the USA and the Netherlands, broadening your global business perspective.
  • Innovative & High-Tech Environment : Lead engineering efforts in cutting-edge RF, microwave, and metrology product development with access to advanced tools and facilities.
  • Leadership & Career Growth : Manage and mentor a high-performing multidisciplinary engineering team, driving professional development and fostering collaboration.
  • Impactful Role : Lead critical sustaining and new product development projects, directly influencing as a global leader in calibration and measurement solutions.
  • Strong Company Stability : Join a company with over 60 years of industry leadership, robust growth, and no layoffs even during economic downturns.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package : Access medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, family leave policies, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching.
  • Collaborative Culture : Thrive in a culture rooted in passion, accountability, and employee development, where your contributions and leadership are highly valued.
  • Quality & Compliance Excellence : Work within ISO 9001 : 2015, AS9100D, and ISO / IEC 17025 certified processes, ensuring high standards for product quality and safety.
  • Work-Life Balance : Full-time, 40-hour workweek-based, with a supportive work environment that respects autonomy and results.

What You’ll Do :

  • Lead and manage the engineering team in Ontario to deliver innovative and cost-effective RF and microwave product solutions on tight schedules.
  • Oversee both sustaining engineering and new development projects for metrology, interconnect, and tuner product lines.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with electronics, microwave, and software teams to drive multidisciplinary product design and development.
  • Manage project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and documentation to ensure on-time delivery and compliance with quality standards.
  • Support business development efforts by evaluating new product concepts, preparing technical proposals, and providing pre-sales technical expertise.
  • What You’ll Bring :

  • A Master’s or PhD in Electronic / Electrical Engineering with a specialized focus in RF and microwave engineering.
  • Over 10 years of hands-on engineering design experience in microwave / RF test and measurement environments.
  • Strong leadership skills with proven success managing cross-disciplinary teams in electrical, mechanical, and software engineering.
  • Expertise in amplifier design, load-pull techniques, and calibration methodologies, coupled with solid project management and cost control experience.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a metrics-driven, solution-oriented approach to team development and performance management.
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