Location: South Bay Region – Los Angeles County, CA,None,None
R&D Manager – Lead Innovation in High Performance Powersports!
Location: South Bay Region – Los Angeles County, CA
Base Salary: $100,000 - $140,000
Benefits: Medical, Dental, & Vision,401(k), Holidays, PTO
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical Hours:
Travel: Domestic, 5-6x per yr. – Industry events
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available
R&D Manager (Powersports/Engine Development) Description
Our client, a leading manufacturer of performance exhaust systems, is seeking a scrappy and resourceful R&D Manager to lead its Research & Development department. This hands-on role involves developing and testing high-performance exhaust systems, bridging the gap between design, prototyping, and production in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with minimal red tape. The ideal candidate thrives on solving complex problems, has expertise in 2-stroke and 4-stroke internal combustion engines, metal fabrication, and prototype development, and works closely with engineering and production teams to turn innovative ideas into high-quality, race-ready components.
This is a unique opportunity to shape product innovation in a company known for its American-made craftsmanship, racing heritage, and industry-leading performance standards, while enjoying the freedom to take ownership and drive real impact.
R&D Manager (Powersports/Engine Development) Responsibilities
• Lead the design, development, and testing of performance exhaust systems
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production to bring prototypes into full-scale manufacturing
• Tune, evaluate, and refine exhaust performance through dyno testing and real-world validation
• Partner with race teams and sponsored riders to optimize power, sound, and reliability
• Identify and resolve technical challenges during design and production
• Oversee prototype fabrication and coordinate with machinists, welders, and technicians
• Ensure all R&D efforts uphold high standards for precision, quality, and innovation
R&D Manager (Powersports/Engine Development) Qualifications
• 5+ years of experience in exhaust or engine development (motorcycle, ATV, UTV, snowmobile, or marine) required
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills required
• Experience with dyno testing, CAD tools, and airflow analysis required
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