Systems Engineer

CACI•Rockaway Township, NJ

About The Position

Are you ready to make an impact at the intersection of engineering and project management? CACI is seeking a motivated Engineering Project Manager to join our team supporting the PHST Division at Picatinny Arsenal, NJ. You'll serve as a vital bridge between technical execution and program management, working directly with customers and multi-disciplinary teams to deliver important defense priorities. Role combines hands-on systems engineering application with strategic project oversight and management. If you're looking for an exceptional opportunity to build your engineering and project management expertise while supporting vital defense initiatives, this position is for you.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship
Active Secret Security Clearance, or the ability to obtain one.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related engineering discipline, or having attained an advanced military position.
Minimum of 3 years of engineering or related technical experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving techniques necessary for professional engineering work.
Strong understanding of engineering materials, processes, and technologies relevant to mechanical device design.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present information to technical audiences and other stakeholders.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite for project tracking and reporting.
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
Demonstrated initiative and ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Working knowledge of, or initiative to learn and apply, military standards, specifications, and engineering best practices.
Analytical mindset with attention to detail and commitment to quality deliverables.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive engineering project management support including development of cost and schedule estimates for new and ongoing projects.
Track project execution against timelines and budgets, ensuring deliverables meet predetermined requirements and specifications.
Identify, track, and mitigate project risks while maintaining acceptable risk levels throughout project lifecycles.
Anticipate customer needs and predict future workload requirements to enable proactive resource planning.
Communicate clearly and frequently with coworkers, customers, contractors, and technical experts across all project phases.
Analyze military Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHST) devices using engineering sciences theories and practices.
Apply engineering techniques, requirements, methods, and procedures relevant to mechanical systems and PHST equipment.
Perform systems engineering activities to verify that existing requirements are satisfied and properly documented.
Support technical positions using sound engineering methodology and logical analysis when addressing challenges or design questions.
Determine and implement appropriate verification methods for system and component requirements.
Review and interpret test plans, test reports, analysis reports, and mechanical drawings to extract and communicate technical information.
Apply commercial and military standards appropriately to ensure compliance with relevant specifications and regulations.
Translate technical details for both technical and non-technical audiences through written reports and oral presentations.
Assist in the creation and management of financial plans, budgets, and project milestones to ensure program success.
Plan and coordinate individual assignments to align with broader project goals and organizational objectives.
Maintain thorough documentation of project decisions, technical evaluations, and requirement verification activities.