Project Engineer - Defense

Title: Project Engineer - Defense Hiring Organization: Connexion Systems & Engineering Compensation, Benefits, And Employment Type Duration: direct hire, full-timePay rate: $90,000–$110,000 per yearJob Location: Tewksbury, MAWork Model: 100% OnsiteSchedule: Monday – Friday, standard business hours Job#: bh19411 Description We are seeking a technically strong and customer-focused Project Engineer to manage projects from initial sales engagement through successful delivery. This role combines engineering, project management, customer communication, and commercial responsibility, making it an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer who enjoys working directly with customers and cross-functional teams. The Project Engineer will serve as a key point of contact for customers following contract award and will coordinate internal engineering and project resources to ensure projects meet technical, schedule, quality, and financial objectives. Key Responsibilities Defense industry experience is strongly preferred. Manage projects from contract award through completion, serving as the primary customer contactCoordinate with customers, internal stakeholders, and multiple engineering disciplinesReview customer requirements and ensure projects meet technical specifications and quality standardsManage project budgets, schedules, milestones, and resourcesRespond to customer inquiries and help identify appropriate technical solutionsDevelop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) to provide project visibility for internal and external stakeholdersLead customer status meetings covering project schedule, costs, milestones, and progressMonitor project financial performance and maintain responsibility for overall project profitabilitySupport contract management and ensure project requirements are properly communicated and executedIdentify potential project risks and coordinate appropriate corrective actionsCollaborate across engineering, sales, operations, and other functional teams to ensure successful project execution Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, another technical discipline, Business, or a related field2–3 years of professional experience in engineering, project engineering, project management, or a related technical environmentStrong technical aptitude and the ability to understand engineering requirements and customer needsExperience with contract managementExperience with SAPStrong organizational, communication, and multitasking skillsAbility to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneouslyStrong customer-service orientation and interpersonal skillsAbility to work effectively as part of a cross-functional teamHigh level of ownership, dedication, and accountabilityStrong interpersonal and intercultural communication skillsDefense/aerospace industry experience strongly preferred What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is a technically minded project professional who can communicate effectively with both engineers and customers. You should be comfortable taking ownership of projects, coordinating multiple stakeholders, managing schedules and budgets, and ensuring customers remain informed throughout the project lifecycle. This is a 100% onsite position in Tewksbury, MA. Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status. Please use the apply button to submit your resume for consideration. You will receive a brief survey via email to complete your application. Applicants who complete the survey will receive priority consideration. You can review our other job postings athttps://jobs.csetalent.com/. If you are active in a job search but this job is not for you, please reach out to jobpostings@csetalent.com. We would be glad to help you find the perfect job! Connexion’s mission is to provide "best in class" services to job seekers. We strive to achieve excellence in job placement, staffing, and recruiting services, while treating candidates with the professionalism and respect they deserve.