Aerospace Engineering Supervisor

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Aerospace Engineering Supervisor leads the research and development of structural engineering specifications for aerospace components to improve the efficiency and reliability of aerospace systems. Supervises and delegates the daily operations of an aerospace engineering team and implements policies and procedures to guide workflow. Being an Aerospace Engineering Supervisor oversees flight testing of prototypes and evaluates stress testing to validate material durability, tolerances, and flight characteristics and identify necessary improvements. Reviews calculations and simulations to evaluate aerodynamics, structural integrity, propulsion efficiency, and the effect on fuel consumption of new or existing materials. Additionally, Aerospace Engineering Supervisor collaborates with business leaders to understand performance requirements and documents features and specifications to communicate to sales and marketing. Utilizes CAE, 3-D, and digital modeling to create detailed plans and specifications to support production. Assists quality assurance and purchasing teams with the evaluation of new or existing suppliers, products and materials, or technologies. Typically requires a master's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Aerospace Engineering Supervisor supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. To be an Aerospace Engineering Supervisor typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes.