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Associate Project Engineer

Associate Project Engineer

Leonardo DRSBurnsville, MN, United States
6 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job ID : 113230

The Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics business provides leading naval computing infrastructure, network and data distribution and middleware enterprise services, as well as world-class manufacturing and support capabilities.

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics is looking for a Project Engineer (PE) to work in a hybrid model work environment based out of one of the following locations :

  • Submarine Combat Systems Center of Excellence - Twin Cities, MN
  • Computing and Networks Center of Excellence - Johnstown, PA

The role will entail supporting existing programs, proposals, or Internal Research & Development (IRAD) efforts. This PE will be the Engineering lead on development, production, or services programs which includes all activities for design, qualification and field integration support. This position may also lead IRAD efforts assisting in the set-up, operation, maintenance, and development of a component or system(s) in efforts such as requirements development, trade-off studies, testing, planning, and reporting.

Job Responsibilities

In this role, the candidate will be responsible for assigned technical solutions, efficient execution, and task completion on time and within budget. Ability to work independently and sound technical judgement are key capabilities needed for this role.

  • Responsible for leading the Engineering execution of cross-functional, multi-site teams on assigned programs.

    • The PE is the lead engineer and acts as the primary engineering interface to the Program Management Office.

  • Overall Project Engineer roles and responsibilities include managing performance to technical / cost / schedule from the Engineering function on programs, Engineering scope management, customer technical relationships / communication, compliance with project requirements and partnering with functional peers to ensure flawless execution on programs.
  • Owns and is accountable for the technical baseline and driving technical rigor / quality.
  • Responsible for supporting the Program Office and developing relationships with customer technical community to satisfy program requirements.
  • Manage customer technical data package and employ rigorous Change Management controls.
  • Identify obsolescence issues and develop resolution plans to maintain customer delivery dates and continued production deadlines.
  • Preparing, scheduling, coordinating, monitoring and managing assigned engineering projects.
  • Review customer specifications and requirements, and work under senior engineering direction to develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable.
  • Provide labor forecasts, budget / cost, and schedule input for design assignments.
  • Create system / subsystem test environments, procedures, plans and schedules.
  • Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems, and services.
  • Drive the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements.
  • Develop and execute plans to retire key development and technical risks.
  • Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required.
  • Participate in preparation of proposals.
  • Provide technical knowledge and assistance to cross functional team members.

    • Qualifications

  • Technical degree (Bachelor of Science) in Engineering or relevant field with at least 5 years of direct experience related to Project Engineering skillsets.

    • Must have demonstrated success in similar technical environments.

  • Self-starting, self-directed candidate with excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Capable of achieving project objectives and able to interface with various levels of internal team members, management, program sponsors, sub-contractors, suppliers and customers.
  • The following skills are expected, though applicants are not required to have every skill listed :

    • Project management and Project skills (e.g., MS Project)

  • Experience and familiarity with multiple engineering disciplines (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Safety, Software, Test)
  • Strong Configuration Management approach for customer Technical Data Packages
  • MBSE tools (e.g., MagicDraw, Enterprise Architect)
  • Familiarity with Agile Development methodologies for hardware support
  • Familiarity with requirements management processes and tools (e.g., DOORS)
  • Ability to troubleshoot and plan approach to resolution of failures from environmental qualification and factory acceptance testing
  • Resource allocation & management
  • Budget formulation & auditing
  • Advanced MS Office skills
  • Familiarity with DoD Environmental Military Standards and Specifications

    • U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

    The salary range for this position is ($101,000 / year- $172,000 / year). This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to : Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education / training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for : annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

    Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9 / 80 program, competitive vacation, health / emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

  • Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

    • Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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