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Head of EngineeringWebster & Webster Associates • Boston, MA, United States
Head of Engineering

Head of Engineering

Webster & Webster Associates • Boston, MA, United States
1 day ago
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  • Full-time
Job description

Head Of Engineering

Boston, MA Are you a seasoned technical executive who excels at optimizing cross-disciplinary engineering teams to deliver rugged, high-reliability computing hardware to market? A dominant global innovator in ruggedized systems design and open-architecture hardware solutions is looking for a Head Engineering. Working at the executive level, you will provide visionary leadership to scale a multi-site team encompassing electrical, mechanical, systems, and software engineering. Your mission is to establish rigorous operational governance, optimize cross-functional workflows, and ensure that all technical investments maximize product quality and cost-effectiveness. In this position, you will serve as a core strategist alongside business leaders to drive product innovation that aligns with strict industry requirements. Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the strategic planning and lifecycle management of the computing hardware portfolio to prioritize high-value, market-focused initiatives.
  • Utilize rigorous ROI and risk assessment methodologies to evaluate technical projects, balancing engineering innovation with corporate financial targets.
  • Champion lean operating models and process simplification to shorten development cycle times and eliminate structural inefficiencies.
  • Drive capacity building and role clarity across distributed engineering sites, guiding technical teams through organizational growth and transformation.
  • Coordinate closely with project management, operations, and finance teams to align hardware development priorities with strategic customer commitments.
  • Ensure strict adherence to ISO procedures, regulatory frameworks, and engineering best practices to maintain standard-setting quality.
  • Represent the firm's technological vision in executive discussions, major client engagements, and global technical committees.

Core Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a highly related technical field.
  • At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience directing complex engineering programs and cross-functional teams.
  • Deep professional background in aerospace, defense, embedded computing, or ruggedized electronics markets.
  • Strong financial acumen with proven success managing engineering budgets, resource forecasting, and operational KPIs.
  • Familiarity with engineering design pipelines, product lifecycle management platforms, and modern enterprise planning tools.
  • Working knowledge of ITAR, ISO, and defense industry regulatory compliance parameters.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and align distributed teams across a global infrastructure.
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