Project Engineer II

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Vandalia, OH

About The Position

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here . Are you looking to use your engineering capabilities, project management and collective skills in your next position? We could use your expertise on our team! We are innovators on a mission to unify, explore and inspire. As a Project Engineer II, you'll assist in developing and implementing integrated plans for liaison engineering and product support including coordinating activities throughout the discrepancy reporting cycle. You will monitor the product/program/project from issuance of the DR, to initiation of the fielded solution interfacing with both OEM and external customers on technical matters, as needed. You'll also review, manage, proactively challenge, and control status of project programs and budgets, manage schedules and prepare status reports, and guide and lead teams in achieving the goals of the program including issue identification, resolution and contingency planning.

Requirements

Bachelor's of Science degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Aerospace Engineering or in a related engineering field of study
Typically, 10+ years of progressive technical experience
Thorough knowledge of engineering principles and practice
Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development team
Detailed understanding of requirements management, system design, integration
Experience working on nonstandard repairs on an aging fleet of aircraft
Detailed understanding of the civil and military certification process for aircraft dispositions
The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Typically 4-6 years of relevant leadership and/or project management experience
Experience leading a multi-disciplinary technical team and communicating with OEMs, program management, and customers
Experience working DRs from issues in aircraft sustainment
Familiarity with the development NC and MRB processes.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics, parts lists, specifications, instructions and test procedure
Professional Certification in Program Management International (PMI) and/or Program Management Professional (PMP)
Experience or certification in INCOSE standard
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and implementing integrated plans for liaison engineering and product support including coordinating activities throughout the discrepancy reporting cycle.
Monitor the product/program/project from issuance of the DR, to initiation of the fielded solution interfacing with both OEM and external customers on technical matters, as needed.
Review, manage, proactively challenge, and control status of project programs and budgets, manage schedules and prepare status reports, and guide and lead teams in achieving the goals of the program including issue identification, resolution and contingency planning.

Benefits

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more

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