Sr Project Engineer

Sierra Nevada Corporation • Lone Tree, CO

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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 innovators on a mission to unify, explore and inspire. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Engineer to lead technical efforts for Stringer Crack Repairs within the SAOC EMD Fleet. In this critical role, you will serve as the technical authority, guiding and executing strategies to address damaged or cracked stringers, while collaborating with Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and providing direct support to the IPT Project Manager. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the structural integrity and reliability of the fleet, while leveraging your expertise in engineering, project management, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Requirements

• Bachelor's of Science degree in a related field of study
• Typically, 12+ years of progressive technical experience
• Comprehensive understanding of requirements management, system design, integration
• Expertise in engineering principles, practices, and multi-disciplinary design.
• Strong understanding of requirements management, system design, and systems integration.
• Proven experience in generating technical proposals and conducting trade studies.

Nice To Haves

• 6–8 years of leadership and/or project management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in developing project cost estimates, technical proposals, and managing project schedules.
• Proven experience in baseline definition, maturation, and conducting integrated trade studies in complex development environments.
• Ability to interpret and apply technical drawings, schematics, specifications, and test procedures.
• Professional certifications such as Program Management Professional (PMP), PMI Certification, or INCOSE Certification.
• Background in the aerospace or defense industry is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Manage the full lifecycle of repair projects, from proposal development and initiation to delivery, ensuring successful execution and alignment with technical objectives.
• Client and Field Support: Serve as the technical liaison, interfacing with external clients and field personnel to address and resolve technical challenges.
• Program Oversight: Oversee project schedules, budgets, and programs, ensuring timely delivery, preparing status reports, and maintaining project momentum.
• Team Leadership: Lead multi-disciplinary teams to achieve project goals, proactively addressing issues and implementing contingency plans as needed.
• Documentation and Reporting: Assist in the preparation and delivery of final project reports, technical documentation, and post-project evaluations.

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.

What This Job Offers

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