Project Engineer II

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Englewood, CO

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Engineer with expertise in sensor systems to support the design, integration, and validation of advanced mission systems on airborne platforms. In this dynamic role, you will manage the full lifecycle of these systems, from initial concept development and lab verification to testing and deployment of qualified flight hardware. You will collaborate with diverse, cross-disciplinary teams, oversee supplier subcontracts, manage system requirements, and deliver innovative solutions that meet stringent performance, safety, and certification standards. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's of Science degree in a related 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
The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
Domain Knowledge: Working knowledge of long-range munitions, ISR capabilities, or electro-optical subsystems systems. Familiarity with the unique challenges and requirements associated with these technologies.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to support detailed trade studies and system performance analyses.
Collaboration and Leadership: Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences. Experience preparing and presenting technical reports, proposals, and briefings. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Proven leadership skills with experience mentoring and guiding junior engineers.
Regulatory and Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements relevant to defense and aerospace systems.

Nice To Haves

Typically 4-6 years of relevant leadership and/or project management experience
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
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
Knowledge and experience with radiometric modeling
Experience with image processing techniques for EO/IR sensors
Working knowledge of missiles/munitions and associated subsystems
Experience with military airborne platform subsystems: Navigation, comms, propulsion, avionics, power, mission system, flight controls etc.
Experience with government reference architectures and the OMS/UCI standard
Experience with missions system environmental qualification
Knowledge of Agile development process and tools like JIRA

Responsibilities

Support System Design and Architecture for IR Sensor Systems: Oversee the design and architecture of infrared sensor systems, ensuring they meet project specifications and objectives.
Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including software, electrical, and optical engineers.
System Integration and Testing: Support the integration and testing phases to ensure seamless functionality and performance of the sensor systems in both laboratory and final integration.
Compliance and Reliability: Help ensure that all systems comply with relevant standards and certifications and are reliable under operational conditions.
Proposal Development: Participate in the preparation of technical proposals, including the development of technical solutions, cost estimates, and schedules. Work closely with business development and capture teams to ensure proposals meet customer requirements and are competitive.

Benefits

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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