Sr. Project Engineer

at  AEVEX AEROSPACE

JOB OVERVIEW

The Senior Project Engineer at AEVEX is responsible for overseeing and managing the technical execution of engineering projects from conception to completion. They lead a team of engineers and technicians in the development of hardware solutions and integrated systems for DoD customers in a rapid development environment.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong communications skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent ability to read and understand technical requirements within solicitations and translate them into project plans and work breakdown structures
• Strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meeting project/company objectives.
• Focus on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one’s own interests.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in any of the following fields: Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Master’s Degree in Engineering preferred • Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred

EXPERIENCE

• 10 years of relevant experience leading teams in the development of complex electro-mechanical and software systems.
• Developing and tailoring product development and engineering processes based on program cost, schedule, and risk tolerance
• Experience with ISO 9001/AS9100 standards in a design and manufacturing environment
• Experienced with JIRA, Microsoft Project and Agile methodologies
• Fluent with Microsoft Office software

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties the employee is:
Frequently required to stand for extended periods of time
Occasionally required to stand for extended periods of time

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for leading a team of engineers and contractors to ensure a total technical solution is within scope, budget and being delivered to the customer on time
• Accountable for managing all aspects of product design, production, testing and support.
• Provides Interface between Program Management, Design and Production team
• Responsible for development, implementation, and management of AS9100 design and development processes to ensure that products meet required specifications for quality, function and reliability prior to delivery.
• Accountable for managing and documenting system and subsystem level requirements and interfaces in coordination with suppliers and design team. Responsible for verification of the ‘as designed’ solution to those requirements.
• Responsible for managing system and subsystem interfaces and translation of those requirements across a multi-disciplinary team which they manage.
• Perform other duties as assigned

STANDARD ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis
Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices.
Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.