Project Engineer

Korn Ferry

$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in complex system verification
  • 5+ years in hardware/software integration
  • Strong understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, Ethernet protocols, and OSI layers
  • Proficient in C, C#, and Python programming languages
  • Experience using Linux command line and modern development tools for automation
  • Excellent technical writing and communication skills
  • Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and test complex networking products
  • Serve as the technical point of contact for government customers and regulatory agencies
  • Lead program planning dependencies for customer demos to minimize execution risk
  • Support scheduling and reporting for Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)
  • Conduct technical design and code reviews while mentoring junior engineers

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge edge-to-cloud connectivity solutions
  • Engagement with government customers and regulatory agencies for impactful projects
  • Mentorship opportunities as you lead interdisciplinary teams
  • Access to modern development tools and methodologies
  • Some travel opportunities, allowing for broader professional exposure
Full Job Description
Project Engineer

Requisition ID

5476

Country

United States of America

City

Carlsbad

Market

Internet Services

Job description

The day-to-day

As a Project Engineer, you will build integrated solutions for edge-to-cloud connectivity in austere locations. You will epitomize technical excellence by digesting new technology quickly, advising on roadmaps, and leading interdisciplinary teams to solve complex customer challenges. In this role you will:
  • Design, develop and test complex networking products while serving as the primary technical resource for interdisciplinary teams and management
  • Serve as a technical point of contact for government customers and government regulatory agencies.
  • Lead program/event planning dependencies, specifically for customer demos, ensuring thorough preparation to reduce execution risk
  • Support Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) scheduling and reporting
  • Perform technical design and code reviews while mentoring junior engineers to further team development
What you'll need
  • 10+ years' hands-on experience with complex system verification
  • 5+ years' experience engaging with complex systems that include Hardware/Software integration and a strong knowledge of hardware/software interfaces
  • Proven understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, Ethernet protocols, and OSI layers
  • Validated experience with C, C#, and Python
  • Proficiency in Linux command line with skills to use modern development tools for automation.
  • Excellent technical writing skills to generate required customer documents and analyses
  • Solid communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, Computer Science or Electrical Engineering
  • US Government position. US Citizenship required
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain when administratively feasible
  • Ability to travel up to 20% both domestically


What will help you on the job

Active DoD Secret clearance
  • Master's degree in computer engineering, Computer Science or Electrical Engineering
  • A "no job too small" attitude and the ability to remain flexible in ambiguous environments.
  • The proactive mindset to see potential problems before they manifest
  • Ability to work with diverse personalities and subject matter experts of different disciplines
  • Experience with scheduling, Earned Value Management (EVMS), and Microsoft Project

Salary range

We consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

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