We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Exterior Lighting Engineer to lead the design, development, and validation of advanced exterior lighting systems for next-generation aircraft. This role will focus on delivering reliable, compliant, and high-performance lighting solutions across a range of platforms, including conventional and electric aircraft.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with aircraft lighting systems and a strong understanding of environmental, electrical, and regulatory considerations.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop aircraft exterior lighting systems, including:

• Navigation (position) lights
• Anti-collision lighting
• Landing and taxi lights
• Recognition and logo lighting
• Perform and document engineering analyses, including:
• Electrical load and power consumption assessments
• Thermal performance and heat dissipation analysis
• Environmental durability (vibration, temperature extremes, moisture exposure)
• Support system integration activities and ensure compatibility with aircraft electrical and structural systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, mechanical, and certification engineering
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and environmental standards
• Support testing and qualification activities, including environmental and EMI/EMC validation
• Contribute to design reviews, technical documentation, and continuous improvement efforts

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Direct experience designing or supporting aircraft exterior lighting systems
• Familiarity with DO-160 environmental testing and qualification standards
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC principles and their impact on aircraft systems
• Experience performing electrical and thermal analyses
• Strong understanding of aircraft electrical systems and integration considerations
• Experience in eVTOL, UAV, or electric aircraft development programs
• Familiarity with LED-based lighting technologies and control systems
• Experience with simulation or analysis tools for thermal and electrical performance
• Knowledge of certification requirements for exterior lighting systems
• Experience working with suppliers and managing component development

Salary Range: $100,000-$125,000

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience 

Key Responsibilities

Develop aircraft-level verification test cases derived from system requirements and applicable regulatory standards

Ensure end-to-end traceability between requirements, verification methods, test cases, and results

Author, review, and maintain key verification artifacts, including:

• Verification Plans
• Test Procedures and Automated Test Scripts
• Verification Reports and Compliance Documentation
• Support the integration and execution of verification activities across multiple environments, including:
• Ground testing (bench testing, iron bird, system integration labs)
• Flight test verification programs
• Collaborate with systems engineering, safety, and certification teams to ensure alignment with development and compliance objectives
• Contribute to continuous improvement of verification processes, tools, and methodologies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Experience with FAA certification processes (Part 23, Part 27, or similar)
• Familiarity with ARP4754A and ARP4761 development and safety assessment processes
• Exposure to DO-160 environmental testing standards
• Experience supporting flight test programs and verification activities
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, requirements validation, and verification methodologies
• Experience with scripting or automation tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, or similar)
• Experience working in integrated test environments (iron bird, SIL/HIL systems)
• Knowledge of requirements management and traceability tools (e.g., DOORS, Jama, Polarion)
• Familiarity with data analysis and test automation frameworks
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills

Salary Range: $100,000-$125,000

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience 

Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease.  A Japan-based company, our goal is to make people smile by delivering breakthroughs where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, Massachusetts, and Ontario.

This territory cover - Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Central & Western Pennsylvania, New York (excluding NYC), Ohio, West Virginia

Summary of Job:

The Regional Account Manager (RAM) – Rare Disease is a critical commercial role responsible for expanding the diagnosed patient population and driving appropriate treatment initiation through education-driven, data-informed field engagement. This role is designed to complement existing Regional Business Manager (RBM) coverage by placing primary emphasis on new and earlier patient identification, diagnostic pathway enablement, and referral network activation.

In rare disease markets, where growth is driven by patient identification rather than market share shifts, the Regional Account Manager focuses on uncovering diagnostic gaps, enabling earlier disease recognition, and ensuring appropriate handoff of qualified patient opportunities to RBMs for treatment initiation and account execution. The RAM serves as a field integrator across the local ecosystem and works in close collaboration with Regional Business Managers and relevant cross-functional partners

Essential Functions:

Patient Identification & Diagnostic Enablement

• Identify rare disease patients through engagement with healthcare providers, including but not limited to IM/FP, General Pediatrics, Rheumatology, Physical Therapy, Pain Management, and other non-traditional specialties
• Identify and address diagnostic gaps within targeted accounts that may delay or prevent accurate diagnosis
• Map, influence, and support local diagnostic and referral pathways to reduce time from disease suspicion to confirmed diagnosis
• Support appropriate use of diagnostic tools and specialist referrals, including utilization of approved HCP identification tools
• Serve as a field integrator to help ensure potential patients are identified throughout the diagnostic journey

Territory Strategy & Data-Driven Execution

• Develop and execute a business plan focused on patient identification and diagnostic activation
• Utilize claims data, internal analytics, Power BI mapping, and other approved data sources to identify high-probability patient opportunities
• Continuously refine targeting and territory strategy based on real-world outcomes, field insights, and performance metrics
• Analyze local and regional trends to inform short- and long-term business planning

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Regional Business Managers and appropriate cross-functional partners to ensure coordinated, compliant patient identification efforts
• Execute compliant transitions of qualified patient opportunities to RBMs for treatment initiation and account execution

Compliance & Professional Conduct

• Communicate all disease, diagnostic, and product-related information in a truthful, non-misleading manner consistent with company policies and all applicable laws and regulations
• Utilize only on-label, approved materials and seek guidance from management, Compliance, or Legal when uncertainty exists
• Adhere strictly to all regulatory, compliance, and company policies, including appropriate handling of confidential patient information

Success Metrics (KPIs)

Primary Metrics

• Number of newly identified and qualified patient opportunities
• Growth in confirmed diagnoses
• Expansion of new prescriber base
• Qualified patient transitions to RBMs

Secondary Metrics

• Conversion of qualified transitions to enrollment forms
• Contribution to new patient starts
• Percentage of transitions meeting defined qualification criteria (including pedigree relevance and confirmed referral pathway)
• Educational discussions, including speaker programs and conferences

Job Requirements:

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree in science or business required. 

Experience 

• Minimum of 5 years of rare disease experience or experience selling in complex disease states preferred
• Demonstrated experience and success in patient identification, disease education, or complex diagnostic markets
• Proven ability to operate effectively in long-cycle sales environments
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable territory strategies
• Demonstrated ability to influence multiple stakeholders without direct authority
• Strong verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously while maintaining strong cross-functional collaboration
• Residence within close proximity to assigned geography
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in rare disease or other highly specialized therapeutic areas
• Demonstrated understanding of referral networks
• Strong business planning and strategic thinking capabilities
• Strong business development skills

Travel Requirements

• Requires up to approximately 70% domestic travel
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Position requires overnight domestic travel based on regional and territory needs

Technical Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems
• Comfortable with data visualization and analytics platforms

Non-Technical Skills

• Highly motivated with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage ambiguity and complexity
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to collaborate within a multinational organization

The anticipated salary for this position will be $185,500 to $202,000. The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.

The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• 401K with company matching
• Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
• Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes a Summer and Winter Shut-Down, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
• Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
• HSA & FSA Programs
• Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Concierge Service
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Awards

The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.

KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions

It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.

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What we can offer:

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Regional Sales Manager – Air Solutions (Northeast Region)

We are seeking a Regional Sales Manager to join our dynamic Air Solutions team, responsible for driving growth across the greater Northeastern United States. In this role, you will serve as the applied channel lead for the region, focused on expanding LG’s Commercial Air Conditioning business throughout Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.

As a key leader within the organization, you will develop strategy, lead talent, and build strong external partnerships to accelerate market penetration and revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, channel partners, engineering firms, contractors, and owners to identify market needs, trends, and growth opportunities.
• Lead and develop a team of regional sales engineers to drive performance across the applied representative channel and achieve regional sales and margin objectives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for third-party channel partners, strengthening long-term strategic relationships.
• Develop and execute regional commercial account strategies and action plans to meet business plan objectives for the process cooling segment.
• Qualify channel opportunities and manage the sales pipeline providing accurate monthly forecasts for awards and revenue.
• Communicate regularly with Air Solutions leadership regarding pipeline status, market dynamics, and business performance.
• Ensure high levels of customer support by coordinating efforts across the sales team, customer call center, and field support teams.
• Provide voice-of-customer and market insights to optimize LG’s regional offerings and overall value proposition.
• Act as the internal subject matter expert and customer advocate, influencing product development and process roadmap decisions.
• Collaborate with marketing and engineering teams to create compelling sales presentations and proposals that clearly articulate LG’s value proposition and differentiation.
• Represent LG at industry events, strengthening brand visibility while deepening existing relationships and cultivating new ones.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in sales, sales leadership, applied representative management, and/or large account management, with a proven record of driving growth and managing complex commercial projects.
• Strong technical expertise within the Commercial Air Conditioning industry; VRF experience preferred.
• Experience with process cooling systems including scroll chiller products preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain strong professional relationships.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Adobe Writer, Visio, and standard Windows applications.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to think strategically across sales, marketing, operations, finance, and account P&L management.

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