Project Engineer

Cogitic Corporation•Colorado Springs, CO

2d•$80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Cogitic is a growing precision manufacturing company in Colorado Springs that makes complex, high-quality components for national defense, including parts supporting U.S. Navy submarines. The Project Engineer (Contract Compliance Specialist) ensures customer requirements are understood, documented, and carried through the manufacturing process. The role works across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and Supply Chain to interpret technical requirements, coordinate project documentation, and help ensure manufactured components meet customer standards. It combines technical, quality, documentation, and project coordination work rather than focusing solely on inspection or contracts.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related field, and at least three years of relevant experience.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, contracts, and manufacturing documentation.
Strong attention to detail, including the ability to identify discrepancies, understand requirements, and maintain accurate records.
Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively across departments.

Nice To Haves

Background in quality assurance, quality control, quality engineering, or manufacturing documentation.
Experience in an AS9100 or ISO 9001 manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with material certifications, traceability requirements, inspection records, or certification packages.
Experience with ERP systems and project management software.
Exposure to aerospace, defense, precision machining, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with government contract requirements, NAVSEA, SUBSAFE, or DFARS.

Responsibilities

Review customer contracts, purchase orders, engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation; identify requirements and communicate them accurately.
Support U.S. Navy and Department of Defense programs and applicable DFARS, NAVSEA/NAVSUP, LEVEL I/SUBSAFE, and customer-specific requirements.
Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and Supply Chain to ensure customer and contract requirements are understood and implemented.
Create and maintain accurate ERP records, including parts, bills of material, work orders, outside processing, and related project documentation.
Prepare and submit certification packages and other required documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
Review engineering documentation, solid models, test plans, material certifications, and manufacturing records for compliance with customer requirements.
Translate customer-provided information into clear, accurate documentation that supports production.
Help develop and maintain procedures, work instructions, and training documentation to support quality and continuous improvement.
Use ERP and project management tools to improve planning accuracy, workflow efficiency, and operational performance.
Follow company policies, quality standards, and safety procedures; demonstrate company core values and assist with additional responsibilities as needed.