Project Engineer

Young Community Developers • Irvine, CA

8d • $90,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

DZYNE Technologies is leading the future of autonomous defense. Based in Irvine, California, we develop and manufacture advanced airborne and ground-based defense solutions deployed in over 50 countries. Backed by U.S. Government Programs of Record, our technologies are field-proven, scalable, and production-ready.
We’re growing fast and looking for innovators ready to make an impact. At DZYNE, you’ll join a culture built on collaboration, integrity, and purpose. We celebrate wins, value diverse perspectives, and support every team member’s success.
Ready to do work that matters? Join us.

Position Summary:
DZYNE has an immediate need for a talented Project Engineer capable of supporting both on-going and emerging federal defense and commercial contracts. Desired work location is Irvine, CA. This position requires experience in executing federal research and development (R&D) contracts. This position requires a person that can both develop process and work within defined procedures, to include government requirements. The successful candidate must have experience interfacing with a wide range of internal disciplines, customers, and active subcontractors. Specific demonstrated experience in project financials tracking, data and hardware deliverable management, and subcontractor management is desired. The successful candidate will have a background with experience in projects in the Government or Defense Contracting Industry.

Requirements

• Experience in executing federal research and development (R&D) contracts
• Experience interfacing with a wide range of internal disciplines, customers, and active subcontractors
• Demonstrated experience in project financials tracking, data and hardware deliverable management, and subcontractor management
• Background with experience in projects in the Government or Defense Contracting Industry
• Bachelor's degree in STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current of future employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working and supporting multiple teams
• Pro-active approach to solving problems
• Work under general direction in a fast-paced environment
• Understand, follow, and build operational processes
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with clients and internal work groups
• No Security Clearance is required, but it is highly desired

Responsibilities

• Minimum of 1 - 5 years of industry experience as directly supporting or leading project execution of design and development programs
• Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams of engineers and technicians in defense or aerospace industries
• Primary Role will be working with existing program managers to aid in the successful execution of their respective programs
• Project financials
• Project & program deliverables
• Team task and labor tracking and management
• Communication of project health and status to both internal and external stakeholders
• Positive, “can-do” attitude and talent/experience leading people and cultivating healthy relationships
• Proven ability, capacity, and aptitude with planning, organizing, coordinating technical work, and obtaining cooperation from others
• Ability to follow and help execute technical schedules
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient organizational and documentation skills
• Working knowledge of the entire Microsoft Office Professional Suite

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits package
• Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401 (k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting
• Annual bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level