Project Engineer I

As a Project Engineer I you will support planning, coordination, and execution of the engineering aspects of product development projects. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure timely delivery of milestones, manage schedules, and assist with technical matters. This entry‑level position offers hands‑on experience in project management and technical coordination within the ISR, Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area, a leader in ISR and aviation systems integration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Provide technical support to project teams and interface with external customers or field‑based employees as needed.
• Prepare and distribute regular status reports on project progress, highlighting key achievements and potential issues.
• Identify and document potential project risks and assist in developing mitigation plans.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and meeting minutes.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure seamless project execution.

Qualifications

Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in engineering roles (higher‑level relevant degree may substitute for experience).
• Knowledge of engineering principles and practice.
• Experience working in a multi‑disciplinary design and development team.
• Basic understanding of requirements management, system design, and integration.
• Experience with RF, radar, and/or electromagnetic warfare technology or systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Preferred

• 2–4 years of relevant leadership and/or project management experience.
• Familiarity with project management software (e.g., MS Project, JIRA).
• Experience with Electrical Engineering or Systems Engineering.
• Experience leading a multi‑disciplinary design and development team and communicating with program management and customers.
• Familiarity with preparation and development of project estimates, technical proposals, and program cost and schedule management.
• History of leading baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting, including integrated trade studies and analysis of alternatives.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, parts lists, specifications, instructions, and test procedures.
• Experience or certification in the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) standard.
• Background in the aerospace and defense industry.

Essential Functions

• Occasional travel to customer or field locations may be required.
• Ability to work primarily in an office or hybrid environment.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.
• Prolonged periods of working on a computer.
• Hand and finger dexterity for computer use.
• Capability to work in potentially hazardous environments when visiting project sites.

Pay

Estimated starting salary range: $143,487.14 – $197,294.82. Compensation varies based on factors such as key skills, relevant experience, education, training, and certifications. The disclosed range may be adjusted for geographic differentials. SNC offers annual incentive pay based on performance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with 150 % match up to 6 % of salary.
• Life insurance.
• Three weeks paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Additional generous benefit offerings.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. citizenship is required; non‑U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility handles the adjudicative aspects of the clearance eligibility process.