US Citizenship status required for access to export-controlled data
Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering or related field
Minimum 5 years in a test-related role in aerospace
Hands-on experience with hardware development
Experience defining and tracking multi-system aerospace projects
Strong systems thinking across aerospace disciplines
Proficient in agile project management tools like Jira or Confluence
Responsibilities
Build and refine project schedules, identifying critical paths and potential blockers
Coordinate priorities and timelines across various internal teams
Lead daily standups for testing teams to ensure alignment
Develop requirements, milestones, and risk management plans
Inform project decisions by balancing technical performance, schedule, and risks
Communicate project status and resource needs to leadership
Utilize agile management tools to plan sprints and document progress
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package with minimum 90% employer-paid options
Starting at four weeks of paid time off and federal holidays
Value-based compensation with no state income tax in Tennessee
End-of-year bonuses for eligible employees
Healthy snacks and beverages provided in the office and team meals based on demand
401(k) retirement plan
Support for relocation costs
Stipend for professional development
Full Job Description
About the Role
Whisper Aero is seeking a Project Engineer who will work with cross-functional engineering teams within Whisper to coordinate timing and execution of projects onsite in Crossville or Nashville, Tennessee. In this role, you will develop and refine schedules using engineering judgement and facilitate communication. The successful candidate will be someone with a strong background in executing multi-system aerospace projects and thrives in a fast-paced, technically challenging environment. They will have a passion for excellence and be able to clearly communicate with stakeholders, including engineers and leadership. What You'll Do
Build project schedules, highlight critical paths, and foresee future blockers utilizing engineering experience and systems thinking
Coordinate with internal teams to clarify priorities and timelines across projects
Lead standups for testing teams
Build out requirements, milestones, and risk management strategies
Inform project decisions balancing technical performance, risk, and schedule
Interact with leadership to communicate status, priorities, issues, and resource needs
Use agile management tools to plan sprints, track progress, and maintain documentation across teams
Required Qualifications
US Citizenship status is required, as this position may access export-controlled data
Requires a Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering, or a related field
Requires a minimum of 3years of professional engineering experience in a test related role within the aerospace or defense industry
Proven hands-on background with hardware development
Proven track record defining, organizing, and tracking multi-system aerospace projects
Proven systems level thinking across aerospace technical disciplines
Experience applying agile methodologies in a hardware or hybrid hardware/software program environment
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse technical teams
Proficiency with agile project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or equivalent for planning, tracking, and communication
Excellent communication, writing, organizational, and teamwork skills
A willingness to work on tasks outside your primary job functions
Familiarity with AI tools (not just ChatGPT, Claude, or an AI notetaker).
Bonus Qualifications
Background in R&D environments developing new aerospace technologies
Background in aircraft design and testing
Working knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements related to aircraft, engines, electric machines, and electronics
Experience with aircraft engines or electric drivetrains
Experience with modern requirements management software
FAA pilot certification
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Benefits:
Top-tier Benefits: Employee-first focused comprehensive benefits package, minimum of 90% employer-paid plans for employees and dependents with optional HSA/FSA account offerings
PTO & Federal Holidays: Starting at four weeks of paid time off for vacation, sick, and personal days
Competitive Salary: Value-based compensation, plus enjoy Tennessee's no-income-tax life
End of Year Bonuses: For eligible employees
We always have beverages and snacks available to energize you throughout the day, with paid team meals based on office demands.
