SNC is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Project Engineer with experience in the design and analysis of various payload techniques. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with kinetic and non-kinetic (Electronic Warfare, Survivability, Remote Sensing, Communications) capabilities. As a Project Engineer, you'll assist in developing and implementing integrated plans for product development including coordinating activities throughout the product lifecycle from design concept phase through customer acceptance. You will monitor the product/program from initiation through delivery, interfacing with internal and external customers on technical matters, as needed. You'll also review, manage, proactively challenge, and control status of programs and budgets, manage schedules and prepare status reports, and guide and lead teams in achieving the goals of the program including issue identification, resolution and contingency planning.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

Lead a team in constructing and executing the roadmap for integration of kinetic and non-kinetic (Electronic Warfare, Survivability, Remote Sensing, Communications) capabilities for multiple platforms including manned aircraft and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).Grow into role as Subject Matter Expert for kinetic and non-kinetic capabilities.Work with the Operational Analysis team to validate payload concept effectiveness through modelling and simulation.Review modelling and simulation results for completeness and accuracy.Ensure strong program traceability from CONOPS/Design Reference Mission (DRMs) to design and architecture decisions to integration, test, verification, and final validation of the capability.Lead the program through Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) and Production Readiness Review (PRR) for new payloads.Be responsible for continued, demonstrable maturation of payload performance and functional requirements.Act as primary liaison to direct customers with respect to payload performance, ensuring alignment between SNC and the USG on CONOPS/Design Reference Missions (DRMs) and how the capability meets the needs of the USG.Align with Business Development team on new payload strategies and customer engagements.Lead IRAD efforts in the development of new payload capabilities.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Bachelor's of Science degree in a related field of studyTypically, 10+ years of progressive technical experienceThorough knowledge of engineering principles and practiceExperience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teamDetailed understanding of requirements management, system design, integrationAdvanced understanding of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation; systems design, systems integration, technical risk identification and management strategies, and Verification and Validation (V&V) principlesPrevious work leading teams focused on development of kinetic and non-kinetic (Electronic Warfare, Survivability, Remote Sensing, Communications)Strong understanding of the “why” behind payload capabilities such as EW and Remote sensing.Experience leading technical programs related to kinetic and non-kinetic (Electronic Warfare, Survivability, Remote Sensing, Communications) technologies.Experience working with and designing electrical and mechanical systems for defense applicationsFull life-cycle experience in product development, from concept derivation to validation.Proven experience leading development teams with mission-level models to inform design, operation, and troubleshooting of complex subsystems and their interactions in air defense applicationsAbility to foster strong customer relationshipsAbility to obtain/maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Qualifications We Prefer:

Typically 4-6 years of relevant leadership and/or project management experienceExperience leading a multi-disciplinary design and development team and communicating with program management and customersFamiliarity with preparation and development of project estimates, technical proposals, and program cost and schedule managementPast history of leading baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting, including the use of highly integrated trade studies and analysis of alternativeAbility to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics, parts lists, specifications, instructions and test procedureProfessional Certification in Program Management International (PMI) and/or Program Management Professional (PMP)Experience or certification in INCOSE standardBackground in the Aerospace and Defense IndustryPossess a U.S. DoD TS/SCI Clearance

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $165,010.21 - $226,889.04. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

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SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

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