Sr Project Engineer

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Plano, TX

17h•Hybrid

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! As a Senior Project Engineer you will lead complex engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring technical excellence and timely delivery. You will act as a mentor to junior engineers, provide strategic direction, and interface with high-level stakeholders to drive project success. This role requires extensive technical expertise, advanced project management skills, and significant industry experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
12+ years experience in engineering roles with at least 4+ years in a leadership role.
Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
Advanced knowledge of engineering principles and practice.
Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development team.
Comprehensive understanding of requirements management, system design, and integration.
Certification experience with FAA STC programs.

Nice To Haves

6-8 years relevant leadership and/or project management experience.
Master's degree preferred.
Experience leading a multi-disciplinary design and development team and communicating with program management and customers.
Experience with aircraft avionics and missionization upgrades.
Broad design experience with structural modifications on a variety of military and civil certified aircraft.
Demonstrated ability to lead trades studies and design for complex aircraft integrations.
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.
Experience or certification in International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) standard.
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex engineering projects, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Provide advanced technical guidance and problem-solving support to project teams.
Interface with senior leadership and external stakeholders to communicate project status and address concerns.
Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks and resolve project issues effectively.
Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Identify opportunities for process optimization and lead initiatives to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.