Project Engineer II

Sierra Nevada Corporation • Vandalia, OH

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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 seeking a Project Engineer II to lead the engineering support team for a high-visibility airborne command and control program’s aircraft modification and testing activities. This role requires expertise in managing multidisciplinary engineering projects, particularly those involving system integration, instrumentation design, and ground/flight test support. You will be responsible for coordinating technical efforts, ensuring on-time delivery of engineering solutions, and maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years' experience in engineering roles with at least 2+ years in a leadership role.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in aerospace, defense, or a similar high-reliability engineering environment.
• Thorough knowledge of engineering principles and practice.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development team.
• Detailed understanding of requirements management, system design, and integration.
• Prior experience leading or managing engineering teams supporting aircraft modification and/or test programs.
• Hands-on experience with instrumentation design, test planning, and execution for ground and flight test activities.
• Working knowledge of systems engineering processes, configuration management, and regulatory compliance (e.g., FAA, DoD standards).
• Proficiency with engineering software/tools and project management platforms.
• Active Secret or higher U.S. Security Clearance, or the ability to obtain one.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• 4-6 years relevant leadership and/or project management experience.
• Experience with advanced project management tools and methodologies.
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
• Experience leading a multi-disciplinary design and development team and communicating with program management and customers.
• Familiarity with preparation and development of project estimates, technical proposals, and program cost and schedule management.
• Past history of leading baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting, including the use of highly integrated trade studies and analysis of alternative.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics, parts lists, specifications, instructions and test procedure.
• Experience or certification in International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) standard.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers supporting aircraft instrumentation and test activities, including ground and flight test operations.
• Oversee the design and integration of instrumentation systems for test aircraft, ensuring compliance with program requirements and industry standards.
• Develop, review, and approve engineering documentation, including special instructions, test procedures, and modification drawings.
• Coordinate across internal teams (systems, hardware, software, test, and manufacturing engineering) to support the execution of project milestones.
• Serve as the primary engineering point of contact for test activities, collaborating closely with program management, customers, and external stakeholders.
• Track project progress, resolve technical issues, and manage risk throughout the engineering lifecycle.
• Ensure all engineering work aligns with safety protocols, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support configuration management and change control processes for all test-related deliverables.
• Participate in technical reviews, design reviews, and readiness assessments for ground and flight test phases.
• Provide technical input for resource planning, schedule development, and cost estimation.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees