HIRING FOR A PROJECT ENGINEER AT ONE OF THE WORLD LEADERS IN AREOSPACE AND DEFENSE!

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Description:

one of the world leaders in aerospace and defense is seeking a Project Engineer to lead Engineering Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) in the Deep Space Portfolio in Space Systems. This position will take direction from the Engineering Leads in Lunar/Mars Transport Platforms, Lunar/Mars Orbital Platforms, or Lunar/Mars Surface Platforms. Deep Space hardware includes components for Active Thermal Control Systems (ATCS) and Environmental Control and Life Support Systems (ECLSS) for the Orion Spacecraft and for Gateway Lunar Space Station modules including the Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO). Pursuits include ATCS and ECLSS components for the Exploration Command Module (Mars Transit Vehicle), Gateway Airlock, Gateway International Habitat (I-HAB), Lunar Landers, and Pressurized Rover as well as Surface Power and Fuel Cells for Lunar Infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Drive world class project management process using integrated scheduling, earned value management, and risk and opportunity management

• Work collaboratively with other Engineering disciplines (Systems, Software, Mechanical, and Electrical), Programs, Production, Quality and Supply Chain to develop an integrated execution plan to satisfy customer requirements across applicable operating conditions

• Facilitate project tasks with the various functional organizations to ensure alignment with overall project objectives.

• Track team’s integrated execution performance to plan

• Analyze, identify, and address execution problems, recommend and implement resolutions to ensure the successful completion of project(s)

• Forecast project revenues, monitor costs, and re-estimate project costs monthly to maximize project profitability and ensure business objectives are met

• Maintain and present plans and progress reports relating to business aspects of the project(s) to track progress and ensure that established targets are met.

• Ability to balance demands of multiple projects

• Work autonomously with limited oversight from manager

• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for field returns and production issues

• Develop bids based on customer proposal requests

• Participate in continuous improvement efforts for project execution efficiency

• Champion superior ethical and professional behavior in all situations

The candidate will drive the execution of all engineering responsibilities on the program while meeting both internal and external customer expectations. Direct communication with customers will be required. This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written), technical experience, and the ability to work as cross-functional team member.

Basic Qualifications

* Prior experience in related Engineering discipline(s).

*Experience/familiarity with brazing and welding processes

* Exceptional organizational, analytical, written and verbal communication skills

* Ability to multi-task and prioritize both daily issues and strategize longer term projects

* Superior interpersonal and influencing skills, including coaching and mentoring of other engineering staff

* Strong computer skills, MS Office

* Natural presence/comfortable presenting to internal and external customers

* Ability to bring team members together and work problems to resolution

* A desire to lead with the purpose of improving IPD Team performance.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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