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Program EngineerArmtec Defense Technologies • Coachella, CA, US
Program Engineer

Program Engineer

Armtec Defense Technologies • Coachella, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

Program Engineer, Armtec Defense Technologies Armtec Defense Technologies (Armtec) is an operating unit of the Transdigm Group (NYSE :

  • TDG), an industry leader in aerospace and defense products and services.
  • Armtec is comprised of three business units producing subcomponents for ordnance in Coachella, CA; decoy countermeasure flares in Camden AR; and radar countermeasure chaff in Lillington NC.
  • At Armtec, we welcome skilled and enthusiastic people who share our determination and high standards to join us in our mission-critical work supporting the US and allied war-fighters who serve us all by defending democracy and protecting freedom.
  • This position is staffed in Coachella, at Armtec’s world-class, sole-source production facility for felted fiber nitrocellulose combustible cartridge cases for medium and large caliber military ammunition; and pyrophoric payloads for training grenades.

Company Profile Company :

  • Armtec Defense Technologies is an operating unit of the TransDigm Group (NYSE : TDG).

    • Industry :

  • Manufacturing Combustible Ordnance and Countermeasures Job Overview Title : Program Engineer Job Family : Project Engineers Reports to : Director of Engineering Works with : mid-level managers and supervisors, employees Location : Coachella, California Type :  Full-Time Job Summary The Program Engineer is the technical leader for their assigned program, partnering with Program, Operations, and Quality leadership to ensure products and processes meet performance, safety, and cost goals.
  • They serve as the main point of contact for all engineering activity, translating program objectives into actionable technical priorities and driving execution from concept through production.
  • Key Characteristics Technical Leadership Owns the technical success of the assigned program.
  • Anticipates risks and solves problems through data-driven decisions.
  • Balances innovation with practical execution to meet schedule and cost targets.
  • Collaboration and Communication Builds strong partnerships with Production, Quality, and Maintenance.
  • Communicates technical status, risks, and needs clearly to leadership and customers.
  • Bridges design and production teams to ensure smooth transitions and issue resolution.
  • Innovation and Improvement Continuously improves safety, quality, and cost efficiency through LEAN and Six Sigma methods.
  • Integrates emerging technologies and automation to enhance reliability.
  • Leads troubleshooting and root-cause efforts to prevent recurrence of issues.
  • Technical Excellence Applies deep engineering knowledge to product and process optimization.
  • Reviews designs, specifications, and BOMs to ensure manufacturability and compliance.
  • Uses analytical and statistical tools to control variation and drive performance.
  • Integrity and Professionalism Acts with accountability, transparency, and ethical judgment.
  • Promotes a culture of safety, discipline, and continuous learning.
  • Represents Armtec with technical credibility and professionalism.
  • Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace, or Materials Engineering (or related field). 5+ years of engineering experience in production or defense industries.
  • Strong background in process improvement, product development, and statistical analysis.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills; self-motivated and organized.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Armtec Competencies Armtec seeks leaders who are organized, have a sense of urgency, are action oriented, and who have a relentless drive for results.  In doing this, we expect our leaders to be professional, have a positive outlook, remain cool under pressure, and be highly approachable.   This requires hard-won skillsets in motivating, conflict management, assessing people, priority setting, building effective teams, and managerial courage.

    • Work Hours 4 / 10 workweek To Apply Please apply on-line on the Armtec Career Website, www.armtecdefense.com   Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability / Protected Vet status.

    Salary Range :

  • $110,387 - $196,011 / Annual Benefits Medical Dental Vision Health Savings Account (HSA) with generous company contribution Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA - Medical & Dependent Care) Life and Accident Death and Dismemberment Insurance Disability Insurance Parent Leave Pay Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Vacation Sick Leave Holidays (8 paid holiday including holiday shutdown weeks in July and December) 401(k) matching Tuition Assistance Powered by JazzHR
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