Sr. Project Engineering Manager - Airborne Subsystems

We are seeking a Senior Project Engineering Manager with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace or Systems engineering or related field. In this challenging, fast-paced environment, you'll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge and experience to design and create the most groundbreaking aerospace and defense technologies - those that exist today and those that will shape tomorrow.

What to look forward to:

Are you looking to use your engineering capabilities, project management and collective skills in your next position? We could use your expertise on our team! We are innovators on a mission to unify, explore and inspire.

As a Sr Project Engineering Manager, you'll assist in developing and implementing the strategy for multiple integrated plans for product development including coordinating activities throughout the product lifecycle from design concept phase to release. You will monitor the product/program/project from initiation through delivery, interfacing with external customers or field-based employees on technical matters, as needed. You'll also review, manage, proactively challenge, and control status of project 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.

Here's what you can expect:

• Generous paid time off and flex time

• Friendly and talented colleagues

• Exclusive SNC company events

• Free to use fitness center on-site

• State-of-the-art coffee house

• Full-service Cafeteria with planned breakfast and lunch options

• Leadership and development training

• SNC Mentorship Program

• Education reimbursement

• Modern Campus setting built with collaboration spaces, spectacular mountain views and natural light throughout

• Access to walking and biking trails

As Sr Project Engineer Manager, you will utilize your skills and expertise to support the execution of the SAOC program being directly responsible for technical execution, leadership, guidance, and oversight for our Airborne Subsystems Integrated Product Team (IPT) including responsibility throughout the product lifecycle from design concept, technical reviews (PDR/CDR), and integration and test activities. These IPT responsibilities will include development of system requirements and modification of airborne subsystems. The Airborne Subsystems IPT leader will be responsible for modification to hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel systems, development of mechanical systems, and installation/integration of multiple surveillance and survivability systems.

You will be responsible for overall technical direction within the Airborne Subsystems Integrated Product Team working closely with the Program Manager leading the IPT as well as the program Airborne IPT Chief Engineer, your technical leads, and the other Chief Engineers in the program.

You will ensure program and company processes are adhered to ensure consistency, quality, and safety across the technical team. You will be responsible for building and maintaining customer technical relationship with key customer representatives and several major suppliers. You will assist in building the team including hiring and managing several direct reports and will oversee and support them in their technical roles and career development. You will work with engineering managers and functional engineering leads to recruit, hire, train, and support the engineering team as they execute program design activities. You will be responsible for supplier(s) including creating SOWs and technical specifications, design reviews, product integration, EVM performance, and qualification test activities.

Must Haves:

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Systems Engineering or related technical discipline and typically 12+ years of experience. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education

• Experienced designing and modifying DAL-A equipment

• Understanding of major aircraft subsystem design requirements for FAA Part 25 certification.

• Experienced working alongside DER, UMs, ODA, and interfacing with FAA/MCB to coordinate and provide appropriate qualification of aircraft components and integrated systems

• Experienced with ARINC data bus integration

• Familiarity with RTCA DO-160 standards

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of program management, aviation, aerospace & defense, and/or engineering programs

• Experience leading a multi-discipline design team of engineers and designers on aircraft modification programs

• Demonstrated working knowledge of managing the technical performance requirements of multiple programs through all phases from inception to completion

• Proven track-record developing, communicating, and executing to meet technical program performance

• Ability to lead through complex situations, delegate tasking, inspire your team, and drive results through innovation

• Strong communication skills, including the ability to clearly express technical concepts in verbal and written forms; ability to tailor conversations to adapt to technical vs. non-technical audiences

• Understanding of ITAR, licensing, and compliance requirements

Preferred:

• Earned Value Management experience

• Experience with FAA Part 25 requirements

• Experience with NC3 survivability requirements and design approaches

• Experienced with NATO STANAGS for aerial refueling systems and operation

• Develop and improve engineering processes and methods

• Experience with ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2000 Policies and Processes

• At least 6 years of relevant leadership and/or project engineering management experience

• Familiarity with preparation and development of project estimates, technical proposals, and program cost and schedule management

• Past history of leading baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting, including the use of highly integrated trade studies and analysis of alternatives

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics, parts lists, specifications, instructions, and test procedures

• Professional Certification in Program Management International (PMI) and/or Program Management Professional (PMP)

• Experience or certification in INCOSE standard

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: $159,430.15 - $219,216.46. SNC considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications.

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 Top 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 trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.