Project Engineer

Job Title: Project Engineer in Component Development

Job Description

The Project Engineer in Component Development is responsible for designing, analyzing, qualifying, certifying, and integrating aerospace pyrotechnic components and subsystems to ensure they meet stringent performance, safety, and regulatory standards. This role involves collaborating with design teams, conducting system modeling and testing, and supporting the development lifecycle from concept through validation and certification. The Project Engineer will also develop a certification plan for selected products for commercial airworthiness applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed technical specifications for aerospace components, including structural, mechanical, and electronic systems.
• Work with the Sales team to identify commercial pyrotechnic requirements and products to design, develop, qualify, certify, and bring to market.
• Coordinate and perform testing and certification activities, including Lot testing and First Article Inspection.
• Conduct failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), tolerance analysis, and other system safety assessments.
• Develop test plans, conduct validation testing, and analyze test results to verify component performance.
• Support environmental testing to ensure components withstand conditions such as vibration, temperature extremes, and atmospheric pressure.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant aerospace and defense standards, regulations, and quality systems (such as AS9100) and Customer specifications.
• Author, document, and publish technical specifications, test procedures, and verification reports according to project requirements.
• Support certification processes and audits.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in aerospace component development, testing, or systems integration.
• Strong understanding of aerospace design standards and regulations (e.g., AS9100, FAA, EASA).
• Proficiency in CAD software (CATIA, SolidWorks), simulation tools (ANSYS, MATLAB), and test equipment.
• Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and environmental testing.
• Knowledge of airworthiness certification, supplemental type certification, and parts manufacturing authority.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems, SAP, Sightline, Sage, Epicor.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint.
• Effective leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• Project management experience or familiarity with the aerospace development lifecycle.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and meet critical deadlines.
• Experience with compliance documentation and certification processes.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Industry certifications related to aerospace engineering (e.g., ASQ certifications, IPC certifications).

Work Environment

The new hire will support a team of 8 engineers primarily composed of mechanical engineers, with one electrical engineer. The role requires effective collaboration within a team-oriented environment.

This is a Contract position based out of Fairfield, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Fairfield,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 22, 2026.

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.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $40 - $50