Aerospace Systems Lead Project Engineer

Jobtailor; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Torrance, CA is seeking a seasoned Project Engineer to lead and drive complex aerospace programs from kickoff to delivery. You will shape scope, schedule, and budgets while coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and on-time performance.

The role emphasizes Earned Value Management, risk mitigation, and effective stakeholder communication. A PMP certification and active security clearance are highly valued, with opportunities to influence major aerospace systems.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in project engineering or related roles.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Experience in risk management and problem-solving.
• Experience with vapor cycle refrigerant systems.
• Familiar with Earned Value Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex engineering projects from initiation to completion.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Own project scope and baseline change requests.
• Develop and implement project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Lead RFI/RFP responses, including financial estimates, SOW and specification compliance matrices, and technical volume.
• Coordinate and communicate with cross-functional teams.
• Monitor project progress and adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Perform Earned Value Management.
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues affecting project delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and support to project team members.
• Prepare and present project status reports to stakeholders.
• Support customers and supply Honeywell systems within the Aerospace Advanced Electromechanical Solutions division.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Earned Value Mgmt

Aerospace experience

Budget management

Cross-functional leadership

Education

PMP Certification

Active Security Clearance

Tools

MS Office

Project Management Tools

Job description

Jobtailor in Torrance, CA is seeking a seasoned Project Engineer to lead and drive complex aerospace programs from kickoff to delivery. You will shape scope, schedule, and budgets while coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and on-time performance.

The role emphasizes Earned Value Management, risk mitigation, and effective stakeholder communication. A PMP certification and active security clearance are highly valued, with opportunities to influence major aerospace systems.