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Project Engineer I

SNC Ltd
Lone Tree, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 3/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2025

Do you want to help a small team make a BIG difference in the Defense Industry? Do you take ownership of your job and responsibility for your actions? Then come work for Sierra Nevada Corporation Mission Solutions and Technology and help us continue our mission of providing the latest and greatest technology to our military! SNC is looking for Project Engineers to support several of our exciting US Navy programs! In this role, you will be responsible for the technical management of your assigned projects, with a specific focus on technical planning, cost, schedule, performance tracking and reporting. You will ensure that all technical performance objectives are achieved, and you will also participate in resource planning and tracking in coordination with other corporate entities. The ability to communicate status effectively with internal management and external customers and suppliers is key.

As a Project Engineer, you'll assist in developing and implementing integrated plans for product development including coordinating activities throughout the product lifecycle from design concept phase through customer acceptance. You will monitor the product / program / project from initiation through delivery, interfacing with external customers or field-based employees on technical matters, as needed. You'll also review, manage, proactively challenge, and control status of programs and budgets, manage schedules and prepare status reports, and guide and lead teams in achieving the goals of the program including issue identification, resolution and contingency planning. The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command / control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains air, land, sea, space and cyber.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command / control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains air, land, sea, space and cyber. https : / / www.sncorp.com / company / business-areas /

Responsibilities :

  • Lead the engineering design, development, test and delivery efforts for assigned projects (typical 3-4 projects composed of multidisciplinary teams executing concurrently)

Technical Management :

  • Provide technical direction and oversight to the project team.
  • Conduct technical reviews and audits to ensure project deliverables meet quality and performance standards.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including systems engineering, hardware engineering, firmware engineering, software engineering, test engineering, and quality assurance to ensure successful project execution.
  • Identify potential technical risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project performance.
  • Identify, track, and resolve technical issues and problems, escalating when necessary.
  • Drive innovation and continuous improvement within the project team.
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Project Planning and Execution :

  • Develop and manage project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
  • Track project progress against milestones and deliverables, making adjustments as necessary to ensure successful project completion.
  • Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers, ensuring their requirements and expectations are met.
  • Communicate technical status, issues, and resolutions to customers and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
  • Assist with testing if required to keep the project on track.
  • Cost and Schedule Management :

  • Monitor project budgets and expenditures, ensuring projects stay within financial constraints.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of tasks.
  • Prepare and present technical reports and documentation, including progress reports, technical summaries, and final project reports.
  • Must-haves :

  • Bachelor of Science degree in a related field of study or equivalent work experience
  • Typically, 6 years of progressive engineering experience, which includes 0-2 years of management experience.
  • Be able to travel to customer sites (typically bi-monthly or quarterly once cleared)
  • Knowledge of engineering principles and practice
  • Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development team
  • Basic understanding of requirements management, system design, integration
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics, parts lists, specifications, instructions and test procedures
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
  • Preferred :

  • Typically, 2-4 years of relevant leadership and / or project management experience
  • Background in the Defense Industry
  • Experience leading a multi-disciplinary design and development team and communicating with program management and customers
  • Familiarity with preparation and development of project estimates, technical proposals, and program cost and schedule management
  • Comfortable in Linux / RHEL development environment
  • Understanding of requirements management, system design, integration
  • Ability to manage complex situations, delegate authority, lead and inspire your team, drive innovative thinking, instill collaboration, drive for success, challenge status quo, and demonstrate the ability to adapt to dynamic situations
  • Experience in team building, time management, conflict resolution, communication, briefing, presentation, and strategic thinking
  • Estimated Starting Salary Range : $143,487.14 - $197,294.82. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education / training / certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

    SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

    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.

    IMPORTANT NOTICE :

    This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

    Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

    SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. Were known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nations most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

    SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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