Project Engineer IV

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership, review engineering designs, and ensure compliance with program specifications
• Collaborate with program management and multidisciplinary engineering teams to aid in the creation and maintenance of the Integrated Master Schedule
• Support Program Managers in the development, analysis, and maintenance of Estimates at Completion (EACs) and Estimates to Complete (ETCs) related to engineering scope, staffing, schedules, and technical execution
• Participate in Program Management Reviews (PMRs), EAC reviews, and executive-level program reviews to provide technical and programmatic insight to senior leadership and customers
• Support proposal activities for new business opportunities, including technical scope development, basis of estimate creation, resource planning, and schedule development
• Support Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and other contract modification efforts through technical assessment, cost/schedule impact analysis, and cross-functional coordination
• Identify potential technical risks and develop mitigation strategies to avoid schedule delays and cost overruns
• Oversee the system integration of all subsystems including RF, DC, Digital, and Mechanical components
• Ensure all subsystems function together and meet performance criteria
• Communicate with program management on the status of technical progress through each critical milestone from program kickoff to program closeout
• Act as the technical point of contact for all stakeholders to ensure concerns are addressed in a timely manner and customer expectations are met and/or exceeded

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum eight (8) years of experience in a specialized functional discipline.
• OR twelve (12) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree.
• OR six (6) years of experience may be considered with a Masters Degree.
• OR three (3) years of experience may be considered with a PhD.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Security Clearance.

About Frontgrade

At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world’s most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.

Additional Information

This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law. Other Benefits Include Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision coverage. 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting. 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles. Career Opportunity and Growth. Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment. Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays).