Job Description
Job Description
Sr. Project Engineer – Defense Search
OVERVIEW
Are you looking for a new career opportunity with an exciting Defense / Aerospace company?! Then we've got the right team for you! In this role, you're responsible for the duties listed below.
Immediate opening for a Sr. Project Engineer in Dayton, OH who possesses :
- Must have an active Secret DoD clearance
- 8 years of engineering project management in aerospace / defense industry
- Bachelor's degree required, PMP certification or DAWIA level 2 certification preferred
- Must have previous hands-on systems or electrical engineering experience, experience within RF industry preferred
Email resumes to odrow@defensesearchusa.com and call 858.866.8676
FULL DESCRIPTION : The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of engineering projects. This role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring technical excellence throughout the project lifecycle. The Senior Project Engineer acts as a technical leader and provides mentorship to junior engineers while ensuring projects meet all requirements for quality, safety, and environmental compliance.
The selected candidate will be responsible for :
Lead and manage engineering projects from concept through completion, ensuring on-time delivery, within budget, and to the required quality standards.Provide interface between Project Management, Design and Production teamProvide technical direction and solutions for complex engineering challenges. Act as the subject matter expert for engineering designs and project specifications.Oversee the design and development of project plans, specifications, and engineering solutions. Ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices.Coordinate with external stakeholders such as clients, vendors, and contractors.Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, ensuring potential issues are addressed proactively.Support the development of project budgets, schedules, and resources. Monitor progress and make necessary adjustments to ensure project goals are achieved.Ensure all engineering work complies with relevant safety, quality, and environmental regulations, as well as company policies and standards.Manage the tasking of technical team ensuring resources are available to support all project milestones and deliveries.Ensure thorough and accurate project documentation, including reports, drawings, and technical specifications.Perform other duties as requiredRegular and reliable attendance on a full-time basis.Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.Embodies the company's cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.The selected candidate will also possess :
Strong project management skills with experience managing multi-discipline, cross functional engineering projects.Expertise in engineering design, development, and analysis.Experience working RF systems development for terrestrial and space-based systems. Particularly with GNSS systems and associated ground-based support equipment.Experience with engineering software and tools such as SolidWorks, MatLab, Jama, and JiraExcellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.Familiarity with military and industrial design standards, and certification of systems for military use.Responsible for defining system and subsystem interfaces and translation of those requirements across a multi-disciplinary team which they manage.Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, team-oriented environment.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Required to display strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meeting project / company objectives.Bachelor of Science in any of the following fields : Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering or equivalent combination of education, training, and experienceMaster's Degree in Engineering preferredProject Management Professional (PMP) preferredFamiliarization with DoD Acquisition System12 years of experience in engineering project management or similar role, preferably in Aerospace and Defense Industry.Developing and tailoring System Engineering processes based on program cost, schedule, and risk toleranceDeveloping requirements traceability verification matrix (RVTM) and supporting the verification analysis and testing.Experience with ISO 9001 / AS9100 standards in a design and manufacturing environmentUsing System Engineering tools to document and manage project requirementsSalary Range : $180k-$200k / yr
For immediate and confidential consideration, please email your resume to odrow@defensesearchusa.com and call 858.866.8676
More information can be found at www.defensesearchusa.com
Company Description
Defense Search is a specialized recruiting and staffing firm dedicated exclusively to the defense & aerospace industry. We place candidates on a contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire basis.
Company Description
Defense Search is a specialized recruiting and staffing firm dedicated exclusively to the defense & aerospace industry. We place candidates on a contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire basis.
Salary : $180,000 - $200,000
