Sr Engineering Manager - Project Engineering (IAS)

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Lone Tree, CO

3d•$199,250 - $273,969•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Engineering Manager for Project Engineering in SNC’s ISR, Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area leads Project Engineering across multiple programs. The role manages Project Engineering leads embedded within IAS programs, provides high-level technical guidance, and aligns engineering strategy and execution with organizational goals. It includes overseeing project delivery, quality, budget and schedule performance, process improvement, innovation, and organizational development while collaborating with leaders across disciplines and engaging internal and external stakeholders. IAS provides end-to-end C4ISR capabilities, including design, integration, test, certification, ground and flight training, and logistics support for manned and unmanned aircraft systems. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required. The role may be performed in an office environment or hybrid setting and may require travel up to 10% of the time. The stated estimated starting salary range is $199,249.83–$273,968.52, with annual incentive pay based on performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, such as Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering, or a related field; a higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
At least 10 years of engineering experience, including at least 4 years in a leadership role; a higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
Extensive experience managing large-scale engineering programs.
Advanced knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
Extensive experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools, analysis, and simulation.
Ability to work in multidisciplinary design and development teams.
Previous management experience, including exposure to recruiting employees and assigning, directing, and evaluating their work.
Experience overseeing the development and maintenance of staff competence.
Strong understanding of Project Engineering across engineering disciplines.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
Ability to work in an office environment or hybrid setting.
Ability to communicate technical information, design specifications, and project updates clearly to teams, stakeholders, and management.
Ability to understand technical documents, schematics, and electronic instrument measurements.
Ability to work with and collaboratively lead teams of engineers.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration (MBA).
Certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile methodologies.
Publications or patents in relevant fields.
Experience identifying and coordinating resources to ensure tools, processes, and training are available and effective and that programs are staffed and supported.
Understanding of how to prepare project schedules, budgets, bids, and estimates for proposed program work packages.
Background in the Aerospace and Defense industry, the U.S. Department of Defense, or the U.S. military.
Ability to motivate and work with others.
Experience succeeding in highly collaborative, fast-paced environments emphasizing rapid prototyping and fielding capabilities with minimal supervision.
Well-rounded understanding of aerospace engineering disciplines, including Electrical, Mechanical, Systems Engineering, Systems Integration, Manufacturing, Operations, Structures, Flight Sciences, and Certification.

Responsibilities

Manage Project Engineering leads embedded within multiple IAS programs.
Develop strategic plans that direct engineering efforts and align them with organizational goals.
Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with technical and quality standards.
Cultivate relationships with customers, suppliers, regulatory bodies, and other key stakeholders.
Promote the adoption of new technologies and methodologies to drive innovation.
Provide high-level technical guidance and make engineering decisions.
Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
Report to executive management with insights and recommendations on engineering initiatives.
Conduct high-level professional briefings for internal and external stakeholders.
Obtain status information and report it through the chain of command.
Establish a regular meeting cadence with Senior Project Engineers.
Help define training, tools, and process improvements for the Project Engineering organization.
Mentor and support junior engineers interested in learning about or joining the Project Engineering organization.
Interface with leaders across engineering disciplines.
Oversee employee work, including assigning, directing, and evaluating work, and support staff competence development.
Travel as required, up to 10% of the time.