Project Engineer I - Air Defense
About The Position
The Project Engineer I supports the planning, coordination, and execution of engineering aspects of product development projects. The role works with cross-functional teams to help deliver project milestones on time, manage schedules, and address technical matters. It is described as an entry-level opportunity to gain hands-on experience in project management and technical coordination. The position is within SNC’s ISR, Aviation, and Security business area, which develops and integrates manned and unmanned aircraft systems and provides C4ISR capabilities including design, integration, testing, certification, training, and logistics support.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
- At least 8 years of experience in engineering roles; a higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
- Knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary design and development team.
- Basic understanding of requirements management, system design, and integration.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
Nice To Haves
- 2–4 years of relevant leadership and/or project management experience.
- Familiarity with project management software such as MS Project or JIRA.
- Experience leading a multidisciplinary design and development team and communicating with program management and customers.
- Familiarity with preparing and developing project estimates, technical proposals, and program cost and schedule management.
- Experience leading baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting, including highly integrated trade studies and analysis of alternatives.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics, parts lists, specifications, instructions, and test procedures.
- Experience or certification in an International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) standard.
- Background in the aerospace and defense industry.
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and maintaining project plans, schedules, and budgets.
- Provide technical support to project teams and interface with external customers or field-based employees as needed.
- Prepare and distribute regular project status reports, highlighting achievements and potential issues.
- Identify and document potential project risks and assist in developing mitigation plans.
- Maintain project documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and meeting minutes.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to support project execution.
Benefits
- Annual incentive pay based on performance.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%.
- Life insurance.
- Three weeks of paid time off.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
