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Director of Electrical Engineering

Red 6Denver
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior Level Manager

Qualifications

QualificationsMaster's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Minimum of 8 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on aerospace or defense applications. Proven leadership experience in managing engineering teams and projects. Strong understanding of mixed-signal, high-speed digital, and power systems. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

About the job

Red 6 is a pioneering technology startup specializing in Augmented Reality (AR) solutions, redefining synthetic air combat training. Our cutting-edge technology, integral to our ATARS product, empowers pilots to engage in realistic, scalable training experiences in dynamic outdoor settings, effectively simulating the cognitive challenges of real flight.

The Role

As the Director of Electrical Engineering, you will spearhead and expand our electrical engineering team in Denver, overseeing the entire lifecycle of electrical hardware for our next-generation augmented reality systems. This role blends profound technical oversight with strategic leadership, ensuring the successful execution of our roadmap, establishing rigorous design standards, and nurturing a world-class electrical engineering team as Red 6 continues its growth trajectory.

This hands-on leadership position is ideal for individuals who thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven environments and possess a passion for developing ruggedized electronics tailored for aerospace applications.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

  • Develop and implement the electrical engineering strategy that aligns with Red 6’s product and technology roadmaps.

  • Mentor, lead, and cultivate a high-performing electrical engineering team.

  • Promote a culture focused on product integration, manufacturability, and performance within the electrical engineering team.

  • Encourage engineers to deeply engage with product intent, facilitating swift, iterative collaboration with mechanical and systems teams as designs evolve.

  • Collaborate with the VP of Engineering, CTO, and cross-functional leaders (Systems, Software, Mechanical, Manufacturing) to ensure seamless product integration.

  • Drive the standardization of design processes, documentation, and testing frameworks across all electrical programs.

  • Forecast and manage resources, budgets, and project priorities for the electrical engineering function.

  • Build and guide a team of electrical engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and engineering excellence.

Technical Execution

  • Offer architectural and design guidance for complex mixed-signal, high-speed digital, and power systems utilized in aerospace AR environments.

  • Lead electrical development for compactly packaged, mechanically constrained products, balancing thermal, structural, and electrical performance requirements.

About Red 6

Red 6 is at the forefront of Augmented Reality technology, revolutionizing air combat training. Our innovative solutions provide pilots with unparalleled training experiences that closely mimic real-world scenarios, ultimately enhancing operational readiness.

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