Division Engineering Manager - Aerospace Hydraulics

Division Engineering Manager - Aerospace Hydraulics

Group: Aerospace Group N. America

Division: Hydraulic Systems Division (HSD)

Location : USA KALAMAZOO MI - ABEX (NEW H

Job Family : Engineering

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Feb 6, 2026

Job ID : 62875

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Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, we?ve enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient.

With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in-plant & industrial equipment, off-highway and transportation.

Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities and create a brighter future.

Our Purpose ? Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow ? comes to life through our people-first culture where teamwork drives performance, inclusion fuels innovation and growth is encouraged. This environment fosters collaboration and empowers team members from engineering and manufacturing to finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology and beyond.

By combining deep expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, we help customers succeed in markets that demand performance, reliability, and sustainability.

As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow.

Position Summary:

Provides oversight, leadership, and is responsible to lead and manage a major Division engineering function with significant research and product development investments, multiple engineering programs and teams, and long?range business impact. Ensures that Division and business unit engineering objectives, contractual requirements, and customer expectations are met, including required program scope, cost and schedule constraints. The Division Engineering Manager is part of the staff leadership team that shares the responsibility to achieve the annual divisional goals assigned by the Division General Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Provide broad perspective and strategic direction and delegation in managing engineering teams and resources to align with the Division's business plan and mission. Identify future markets and define the technology roadmap used across programs and business units. Leverages systems, product and process technologies to create differentiated competitive advantage.
• Provide leadership and direction on product development and research activities and the introduction of new technology; lead the team and expert staff in interpreting complex technical requirements, associated risk, and completing technical studies and design reviews.
• Provide leadership to ensure the successful completion of critical stages of multiple projects/programs in coordination with division leadership and program management. Involved in high-level strategy decisions and implementation plans.
• Has influential customer contacts on significant technical issues and business opportunities. Is instrumental in attracting and obtaining new business by promoting Parker technical capabilities.
• Direct and guide the implementation and coordination of processes and programs (e.g. structured design process) for multiple functional areas (e.g. including cross-functions such as operations/production or supply chain) and/or business units.
• Broad budget and accountability for technical and engineering systems investments. Accountable for full budget planning and cost management with significant impact on division engineering costs and that may include engineering systems and multiple facilities. Consults with division leadership on long-range plans to meet both current and anticipated growth and resource challenges (e.g. workforce planning; new technology system investments).
• Assess and determine effective workforce plans to meet business and engineering demand (e.g. outsourcing vs. development of internal resources); review and approve exceptions and consolidated plans and advice on other human resources activities (e.g. staffing, training, compensation).
• Other responsibilities as assigned by Division General Manager.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (BS) (or Professional Engineer (PE) Certificate) in engineering or a science technical discipline; Master's degree (MS or MBA) preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through 15 or more years of related experience. Prior management-level leadership of multiple teams of 6 years.
• Strong understanding of Aerospace standards, rules, and regulations, preferred
• Comprehensive understanding of varied products, systems, and technologies represented by the Division or Group. Proven track record of introducing new-to-market technology and/or product commercialization. Ability to apply and integrate knowledge of other related engineering areas or experts.
• Ability to recognize, quantify, and effectively communicate the business impact of innovative solutions and value creation (e.g. potential profit, risks, and business impact of engineering investments and programs).
• Demonstrated ability to lead the research and integration of new technologies.
• Influences organizational and business strategy, priorities, and functional objectives at all leadership levels. Effectively delegates and empowers leaders and teams.
• Pursues and advocates innovation and involvement from the larger technical community.
• Mitigate risks associated with the loss of intellectual property by communicating and implementing appropriate controls and/or manages regulatory compliance.
• Create and monitor development plans and assignments to build leadership and engineering technical pipeline.
• Thorough knowledge of competitor and industry practices, government regulations, and internal policies.
• Recognized as an influential business partner. Has strong facilitation skills and ability to communicate effectively to varied audiences to gain support or resolve issues. Makes effective presentations on complex or sensitive topics to top management, customers, and/or other key stakeholders.
• Effective speaker and presenter; serves as a spokesperson or in a liaison role with universities and other research institutions and industry associations. Ability to respond to significant inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies, or other internal teams.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Benefit & Retirement Plans:

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

***Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

*** This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements .

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

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