Project System Engineer/Project Deputy Manager

Prescient Edge

$130K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience as a Military Officer or Senior Enlisted/CWO leading unmanned systems (UXS)
  • Ability to meet strategic objectives under pressure and strict deadlines
  • Strong understanding of Unmanned Systems, including tactical data links and C2
  • Familiarity with software applications and development processes
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
  • Experience in budget management, covering cost, schedule, and performance requirements

Responsibilities

  • Support diverse teams of up to 20 people on strategic logistical and engineering projects
  • Identify project risks and develop effective contingency plans
  • Implement Agile methodologies to deliver rapid prototypes
  • Conduct performance analyses and quality assurance reviews for improvement
  • Drive operational excellence through continuous performance assessment

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment with at least 3 days in the office
  • Opportunity to work on government projects that impact national security
  • Membership in cross-functional teams for diverse project experience
  • Exposure to Agile practices in high-paced settings
  • Continuous improvement focus to enhance professional skills
Full Job Description
Job Title

Project System Engineer/Project Deputy Manager

Location

San Diego, CA 22400 US (Primary)

Category

Research, Development, and Engineering

Job Type

Full-Time

Career Level

Staff

Education

None

Travel

Security Clearance Required

Secret

Job Description

Prescient Edge is seeking Project System Engineer/Project Deputy Manager to support a federal government client.

Description:
  • Support Cross-functional teams of up to 20 personnel, executing strategic logistical and engineering projects.
  • Identified potential project risks and implemented contingency plans.
  • Have exposure to Agile processes and be able to execute rapid prototypes and demanding needs of the customer in high paced environment.
  • Conducted performance analysis and quality assurance reviews to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.


Job Requirements

Desired experience:
  • Detail-oriented Military Officer with 4+ years of experience or Senior Enlisted/CWO leading unmanned systems (UXS), cross-functional teams, executing complex operations, and managing critical resources.
  • Proven ability to deliver strategic objectives under strict deadlines and high-pressure environments.
  • Must understand Unmanned Systems, to include tactical data links, C2, and Common Operating Picture.
  • Understanding of Software applications and development processes.
  • Very familiar with MS word, excel, PPT and Project.
  • Understanding of budget to include managing cost, schedule, and performance.

Security clearance:
  • Secret clearance required. TS+ preferred.

Location:
  • San Diego, CA.
  • Hybrid with at least 3 full days in the office.


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