Sierra Nevada Corporation

Project Engineer II

Sierra Nevada Corporation$165K — $226K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
  • 10+ years' experience in engineering roles with at least 2+ years in a leadership role.
  • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
  • 4-6 years relevant leadership and/or project management experience.
  • Thorough knowledge of engineering principles and practice.
  • Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development team.
  • Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
  • Provide technical oversight and guidance to project teams.
  • Act as a primary point of contact for external customers on technical matters.
  • Prepare comprehensive status reports, including risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
  • Identify project issues, develop resolution plans, and implement contingency strategies.
  • Proactively seek opportunities for process improvements in project management.
  • Develop and manage risk identification, documentation, and mitigation planning.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%.
  • Life insurance.
  • 3 weeks paid time off.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
Full Job Description
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 Project Engineer II you will be responsible for managing project activities throughout the product lifecycle, from initial design concepts to final delivery. This role requires a strong technical background, project management skills, and the ability to interface with both internal teams and external customers to ensure successful project execution.

Responsibilities:

Project Management

  • Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.

Technical Oversight

  • Provide technical oversight and guidance to project teams, ensuring alignment with project objectives.

Customer Interface

  • Act as a primary point of contact for external customers on technical matters, ensuring their requirements are met.

Status Reporting

  • Prepare comprehensive status reports, including progress updates, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.

Issue Resolution

  • Identify project issues, develop resolution plans, and implement contingency strategies.

Continuous Improvement

  • Proactively seek opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in project management.

Risk Management

  • Develop and manage risk identification, documentation, and mitigation planning.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.

  • 10+ years' experience in engineering roles with at least 2+ years in a leadership role.

  • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.

  • 4-6 years relevant leadership and/or project management experience.

  • Thorough knowledge of engineering principles and practice.

  • Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development team.

  • Detailed understanding of requirements management, system design, and integration.

  • Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Experience with advanced project management tools and methodologies.

  • In-depth knowledge of industry standards and regulations.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 5+ years experience in large aircraft interior modifications

  • Working knowledge of 14 CFR Part 25 25 requirements as they relate to Interior Modifications

  • Experiene integrating multiple vendor products into one aircraft interior modification.

Essential Functions:

  • Occasional travel to customer or field locations may be required.

  • Ability to work primarily in an office or hybrid environment.

  • Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.

  • Prolonged periods of working on a computer.

  • Hand and finger dexterity for computer use.

  • Capability to work in potentially hazardous environments when visiting project sites.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $165,010.21 - $226,889.04. 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 .

About Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is an American privately held electronic systems provider and systems integrator specializing in microsatellites, telemedicine, and commercial orbital transportation services. The company was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Sparks, Nevada. SNC has a workforce of over 4,000 employees and operates in 33 locations in 19 U.S. states, United Kingdom, Germany, Turkey, and Australia. The company's products and services include spacecraft, aircraft, electronics, and cyber security. SNC is committed to providing innovative solutions that help customers achieve their goals.
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Size
4,000 employees
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Founded
1980

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