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Protecting What Matters. Powering the Future of Naval Technology.
Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms, our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the world's most complex environments.
As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we continue to push boundaries-driven by innovation, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence.
Join us as we shape the future of naval warfare-safeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.
Nationality Requirements
Due to the nature of the programs we support, certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.
Position Summary
Ultra Maritime's Engineering team supports the development, integration, and support of advanced maritime defense electronics and undersea warfare systems. In this role you would manage the Electrical Engineering Department for Ultra Maritime Shipborne Systems & Sensors in Braintree, MA and Wake Forest, NC. You will manage a team that supports the design, production, and testing of torpedo countermeasure systems, undersea acoustic sensors, autonomous and unmanned maritime surveillance technologies, navigation radar, power and analog electronics, and digital signal processing electronics. Reporting to the Director of Electrical Engineering, you would provide leadership that fosters technical excellence, team collaboration, and professional growth within the Electrical Engineering team. In addition, you would drive project execution, process improvement, and personnel development to meet business objectives. Job Description
Essential Duties & Responsibilities :
Implements policies/procedures and develops tools for designing, testing, installing, and maintaining electrical equipment or devices.
Monitor Electrical Engineering staffing needs and resolve resource overages and shortfalls by developing staffing plans and projections to support business and program needs.
Lead recruitment efforts: write job requisitions, conduct interviews, evaluate candidates, and oversee hiring and onboarding
Coordinates projects with other technical teams and vendors to ensure engineering projects are appropriately staffed and milestones are achieved.
Conduct performance reviews and evaluate, coach, and develop engineers/technicians
Develops innovative solutions to engineering problems considering multiple aspects and alternatives.
Influences senior management in the development of staffing plans, budgets, and policies which impact the business.
Provides value-added perspectives and advisory services that are important to decision-making.
Reviews and approves new or revised designs, testing, or procedures.
Fosters a safe working culture and ensures a safe working environment for staff.
Ensure programs meet cost, schedule, and technical performance goals for Electrical Engineering content.
Provide leadership and direction to resolve project execution challenges
Ensure all staff and programs comply with UM US engineering processes, policies, and standards
Provide technical oversight and leadership across multiple projects
Must be able and willing to travel (10% of the time) to various UM and government test sites and supplier locations.
Required Skills :
Minimum BS Electrical Engineering degree with 9 + years experience within a relevant complex engineering environment
Minimum 1 year leadership experience involving responsibility for technical, financial, and/or personnel resources.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief effectively to peers and senior leadership
Demonstrated ability to lead complex engineering projects to meet schedule, budget, and technical goals
Ability to obtain a US Government security clearance. Security clearances are granted to U.S. citizens.
Ultra · Braintree, MA