Woodward

Senior Manager, Operations Engineering (f/m)

Poland · On-site · Full time

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EmployerWoodward
LocationPoland
Work styleOn-site
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted1 Oct 2026

About The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager – Industrialization to lead a team of Operations and Manufacturing engineers and drive operational excellence in test processes. This role is responsible for team development, continuous improvement, test process optimization, and ensuring quality, productivity, and efficiency in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.

What You Will Do:

Develop, lead, and manage a staff of manufacturing engineers.
Develop, improve, and validate production process for existing and new products according to LEAN Manufacturing and Design for Manufacturing principles.
Develop relevant capital plans and drive continuous improvement activities to improve the productivity
Plan and execute department budget
Support customers and suppliers in process related matters as required to fulfill the needs of the organization

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What You Will Need:

Excellent people, time management, and project management skills
Ability to coach, mentor, and motivate engineers to perform beyond their comfort zone
Solid knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and formal problem solving tools
Significant understanding of production processes for electronics controllers and electromechanical actuators assembly and test in industrial and aero environment (preferable high mix, low volume)
Understanding Industry 4.0
Experience with production transfers between sites will be a plus.
Minimum 15 years of engineering experience in manufacturing engineering and minimum 10 years of leadership experience.
Solid understanding of equipment and process requirements for Aerospace industry
Master’s degree in mechanical/electrical engineering or similar

What You Will Gain:

Salary range from 23 500 to 35000 PLN gross – depending on experience
Advancement opportunities in international team
A total rewards package, that includes: private health insurance, life & accidental insurance
Multisport package
Meal Vouchers
Company performance bonus program
Work-life balance
PPK: Woodward offers payment to your PPK account up to 4% of your compensation depending on seniority
Educational support

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