US Citizenship status required due to access to export-controlled data
Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, systems engineering, or related field
Minimum of 5 years in a test related aerospace role
Hands-on hardware development experience
Track record in organizing and tracking multi-system aerospace projects
Systems thinking across aerospace technical disciplines
Experience in agile methodologies in hardware/hybrid environments
Proficient with agile project management tools like Jira or Confluence
Responsibilities
Develop project schedules and identify critical paths using engineering judgement
Coordinate internal teams to establish project priorities and timelines
Lead meetings for testing teams
Create requirements, milestones, and risk management strategies
Balance technical performance, risk, and schedules in project decisions
Communicate status and resource needs to leadership
Use agile tools for sprint planning and documentation across teams
Benefits
Comprehensive employee-focused benefits package with minimum 90% employer-paid plans
Starting at four weeks of paid time off for vacation, sick, and personal days
End of Year Bonuses for eligible employees
401(k) with employer contributions
Relocation Assistance provided
Professional Development Stipend available
Free beverages and snacks, plus paid team meals
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.
