Since 1952, we have been designing and manufacturing cutting-edge technologies for some of the world's most demanding applications. From space exploration to communication to aviation, our international teams are working to create interconnect components that power the future. Our sites are located in different countries, including France, Italy, United States, China, Mexico and India. At the heart of our factories, we grow industrial know-how including molding, plating and component assembly. We are a community of more than 3,000 employees, rich in diversity, with a strong team spirit and open to all of those around us. Dare to be audacious, Make it Simple, Be genuine and Grow together are the 4 values guiding our actions every day. At Radiall, we have made a choice: "Creating Connections that Matter". This is expressed in our purpose, which invites us to work for a better world, through product offerings and programs that we have identified, and on which we can act.
We offer excellent employee affordable benefits with substantial employer contribution to costs - medical/dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, disability and life insurance, a generous bonus plan, and a friendly work environment. If you like lots of variety in your day to day work with outstanding reward, then Radiall is the place for you!
POSITION SUMMARY
Lead the Radiall Connecticut R&D team - comprising over 10 multidisciplinary engineers - within the Optical Interconnect Solutions (OIS) Business Unit. Drive and support design activities aligned with BU marketing strategies and roadmap objectives to strengthen our presence in the U.S. market. Engage directly with customers to present solutions and proactively address any issues or concerns that may arise.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Animate a multi-domain team of engineers (mechanical, electronic, optical, software)
Organize and structure the engineering team work daily/weekly/monthly
Manage the allocation of resources (load / capacity) in line with the development plan & BU priorities
Build work laid and interface with BU level engineering manager
Interface with BU stack holder (direction, industrialization, production)
Interface with the other BU Engineering team members
Provide guidance to the team on development methods
Council and settle difficulties that may arise
Enforce Radiall design and development procedures as work ethics
Maintain full compliance with Radiall Compliance activities (CMMC, ITAR/EAR)
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct management of a department
Department / functional area fiscal responsibility
Education and/or Experience
Bachelors Degree or higher (engineering or business)
Professional - Level: 10+ years of relevant experience, executive level
Proven experience in managerial position (3+ years)
Knowledgeable of electronics and/or optoelectronics / optical communications
Understand Multi - Domain
Experience with direct customer communication
Familiarity with CMMC and EAR/ITAR regulation
Soft Skills
Leadership and Team Management:
Guide research
Foster collaboration and creativity
Clear communication skills:
Convey clear ideas
Open to team suggestions
Entrepreneurship mindset, Creativity, and Innovation:
Dynamic and engaged
Encourage ideas
Adaptability and resilience:
Capability to work in a multi-national environment with significant cultural differences
Work under constraints
Project management:
Organized (work with scheduling/deadline)
Manage budget and team objectives
Critical thinking and problem solving
Specific Job Skills, Specialized Knowledge or Certifications
Strong leadership and team building skills within R&D environments
Proficient in managing product development lifecycles from concept to launch
Solid understanding of engineering design processes and innovation methodologies
Ability to balance technical depth with strategic business priorities
Skilled in budget planning, resource allocation, and performance tracking
Excellent problem - solving, communication, and decision making capabilities
Travel
10%