Associate Project Engineer

Leonardo DRS; Conemaugh (Cambria County); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Project Engineer to lead engineering project execution and proposals. This role involves managing technical solutions, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, excellent communication skills, and the ability to engage with various stakeholders. The position offers a hybrid work environment in Johnstown, PA and requires U.S. citizenship with DOD security clearance.

Benefits

Health coverage

401(k)

Wellness programs

Career development

Flexible schedules

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience required.
• Self-motivated with excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional engineering teams and manage technical solutions.
• Ensure efficient project execution within budget and timeline.
• Develop and implement risk management plans.

Skills

Communication

Team-building

Collaboration

Risk management

Configuration management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

MS Project

Requirements management tools

Job description

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Location:

Johnstown, PA, US, 15904

Job ID:111770

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 Location/Schedule

This position offers a hybrid work environment (typically 2-3 days per week onsite) at our Display, Processing, and Networking Center of Excellence in Johnstown, PA. Relocation assistance may be available.

Job Summary

Seeking a Project Engineer to lead engineering project execution and proposals. The PE will oversee development, production, or service programs throughout their lifecycle, serving as the technical lead.

Job Responsibilities

The candidate will manage technical solutions, ensure efficient execution, and complete tasks on time and within budget. The role requires independent work and leadership skills.

• Lead cross-functional engineering teams and act as the technical point of contact for programs.
• Manage performance to technical, cost, and schedule goals; oversee scope, customer relationships, and collaboration with peers.
• Own and maintain the Technical Baseline, including requirements, specifications, drawings, and test plans.
• Support the Program Office and develop customer technical relationships.
• Manage customer technical data packages and control change management processes.
• Identify obsolescence issues and develop resolution plans to meet delivery deadlines.
• Plan, coordinate, monitor, and manage engineering projects.
• Review customer specifications and develop designs supporting them, considering cost.
• Provide input on budgets, costs, and schedules.
• Create procedures, plans, and schedules.
• Specify and evaluate components, subsystems, and services from suppliers.
• Drive design-to-cost and manufacturability considerations.
• Develop and implement risk management plans.
• Communicate effectively with team members and customers.
• Assist in proposal preparations.
• Provide technical support to team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Self-motivated with excellent communication skills; capable of engaging with various stakeholders.
• Strong team-building skills and collaboration.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.
• Desired skills include familiarity with lean manufacturing, requirements management tools (e.g., Cameo, DOORS), configuration management, troubleshooting, multi-disciplinary engineering experience, project management tools (MS Project), resource and cost management, EVM, advanced MS Office skills, Agile methodologies, and knowledge of DoD standards.

U.S. Citizenship and active DOD security clearance or ability to obtain one required.

Leonardo DRS offers competitive salaries and benefits, including health coverage, 401(k), wellness programs, career development, flexible schedules, and more. Some benefits may be limited for certain employees.

Leonardo DRS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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Our Vision: To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values: Integrity, Agility, Excellence, Customer Focus, Community & Respect, Innovation.