Systems Engineer II - Project Engineer

Description

The company works on defense, national security and space technology, with a focus on demanding technical problems.

This Project Engineer II role gives entry-level engineering and technical coordination support on defense projects, working under close supervision.

The role reports to the Systems Engineering Manager in the Strategic Systems Engineering Department, based in Folsom, CA, with the option to work from Reno, NV.

Responsibilities

• Help plan and carry out assigned work packages on defense and aerospace projects.
• Attend Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings and record action items, minutes and follow-ups.
• Help keep integrated master schedules current and track milestones with engineering and program management.
• Track deliverables, coordination items and interface information for subcontracted technical work.
• Help prepare statement of work (SOW) inputs for internal and subcontracted efforts.
• Write and update engineering documents such as test plans, ECNs and interface documents, which senior engineers will review.
• Track program deliverables, CDRLs and contract requirements according to set procedures.

Requirements

• Hold a bachelor's degree in systems engineering, aerospace engineering or a related STEM field with 2 years of project engineering experience, or a master's degree in project engineering or a related STEM field with 1 year of experience, or 6 years of project engineering experience in place of a degree, or a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Understand the basics of the engineering project lifecycle, from requirements definition through verification and delivery.
• Be familiar with Earned Value Management (EVM) and Integrated Master Plans and Schedules (IMP/IMS) concepts. Training is provided.
• Have some exposure to the aerospace or defense industry, ideally on DoD and MDA programs.
• Communicate clearly in writing and speaking with multidisciplinary teams.
• Identify technical risks and escalate them to senior team members.
• Be self-motivated, detail-oriented and willing to learn and take direction.
• Preferred qualifications: internship or co-op experience in aerospace or defense, or exposure to solid rocket motors or propulsion systems.
• Preferred qualifications: familiarity with engineering management and project planning tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera or equivalent.

Conditions

Travel is up to 5 to 10%, which may include occasional overnight stays for customer reviews and test events.

US citizenship is required because of federal contract eligibility.

You must hold, or be able to obtain and maintain, an active DoD Secret clearance.

You must comply with ITAR regulations.

The good faith base salary range is $82,460 to $128,000 at the time of posting. Where you fall in that range depends on your experience, skills and location. The range covers base salary only, not benefits or bonus and incentive pay, and it may change in the future.

This position is eligible for an incentive plan.

California pay range: $86,800 to $128,000 USD.

Nevada pay range: $82,460 to $121,600 USD.

The company welcomes applications from minorities, women, people with disabilities and veterans.

Benefits

• Flexible time off to rest and keep a healthy work-life balance.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and their families, with most premiums largely paid by the company and many benefits covered at 100% for employees.
• Discounted gym memberships with over 12,700 locations nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness and Chuze Fitness, with no long-term contracts and free on-demand workout videos before you enroll.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 4%.
• Company wellness programs for physical and mental health.
• Optional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.
• Work alongside a talented team on a mission-driven project.