Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Engineer Technologist Senior Principal to join our Naval weapon systems team in Louisville, Kentucky. Our organization values its workforce and their well-being by prioritizing safety, offering generous benefits, and promoting work-life balance, such as a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

The ideal candidate will challenge current operations and focus on improving all facets of machining and production processes across the site, including new equipment and product integration. This position will lead machining innovation across the Production Value Stream and play a key role in problem-solving and overcoming technical production barriers. The Engineer Technologist Senior Principal ensures technical compliance to manufacturing processes, policies, and procedures, and delivers innovative solutions to cross-functional teams to improve customer delivery, cost, and schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic technical direction and guidance on complex projects, ensuring alignment with business goals
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams—including design, quality, and production—to ensure seamless integration of machining processes
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers and technicians; lead cross-functional teams and influence technical decisions
• Develop new machining processes, improve existing ones, and create necessary tooling and fixtures
• Identify and resolve complex technical issues related to machining processes, equipment, and product quality
• Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks associated with machining operations and new technologies
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for analysis, research, and historical records related to machining processes
• Identify equipment needs and pursue capital expenditures for implementation

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in a relevant technical discipline, such as engineering or technology
• Deep knowledge of various machining processes, equipment, tooling, and materials
• Proficiency in using Siemens NX software for design and programming of machining operations
• Ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions
• Strong planning, execution, and project management skills; ability to ensure timely, high-quality results
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences, verbal and written
• Knowledge of quality control procedures, inspection requirements, and relevant industry standards
• Ability to plan manufacturing production schedules in accordance with production timelines
• Experience leading the creation of ROMs, BOEs, and quoting
• Skilled with Microsoft Office Suite products (SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience with capital project management and implementing new equipment and/or factory setup

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in defense contracting (a plus)
• Ability to program multiple head configurations
• 10+ years in a machining and manufacturing environment
• Capable of programming complex 3, 4, and 5 axis mills, as well as multi-axis vertical and horizontal lathes
• Knowledge of writing and editing Post Processors
• Program/Project management experience (PMP certification a plus)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

HRU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. All applications are welcome.