South Bend, IN — ETI Inc. today announced the promotion of Eric Parks to Director of Engineering. In his new role, Parks provides strategic and technical leadership and ensure its alignment with the business growth plan. He oversees all engineering activities and leads a team of engineers through the design, development, and delivery of ETI’s mission-critical systems and products. His appointment is a key part of ETI’s commitment to delivering efficient, innovative solutions and advancing product development.
Parks brings a wealth of leadership experience to the position. He has a proven track record of directing technical teams in the development of complex aerospace test stands. He has also led cross-functional groups to validate new products and ensure their seamless integration into production.
“We are excited to have Eric step into this leadership role,” said Ben Crawford, President and CEO. “His ability to lead technical teams, manage projects, and optimize resources is a tremendous asset. We are confident Eric will guide our engineering department to new levels of success.”
Parks’s leadership philosophy is centered on empowering his team. He believes success in manufacturing comes from engaging every team member and aligning their efforts toward clear goals.
“Manufacturing is a team sport, and my focus is on supporting our talented individuals,” said Parks. “By removing obstacles, we give them the freedom to do their best work.”
In his new position, Parks will drive success by refocusing on engineering fundamentals. He will strengthen core systems by streamlining scheduling and formalizing the new product development pipeline. These improvements will accelerate innovation and bring new products to market faster.