Engineering Project Manager (Direct Hire – Secret Clearance Required)

TalentBase; Coronado (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Zohorecruit is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to support Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) F/A-18 Fleet Support at FRCSW, NAS North Island. You will lead sustainment engineering projects, coordinate cross‑functional teams, and ensure schedules and staffing plans align with mission critical objectives.

The role requires an active Secret Clearance, 3–10 years of PM experience, and a relevant engineering or business degree.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance is required at time of hire.
• 3–10 years of engineering and/or logistics program/project management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or relevant technical discipline.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in structured, high-accountability environments.
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead sustainment-related engineering projects supporting F/A-18 aircraft.
• Translate sponsor proposals into structured project execution plans.
• Define project phases, responsibilities, and resource assignments.
• Develop and maintain detailed schedules and staffing plans.
• Conduct technical analysis, validation studies, and performance testing.
• Monitor project performance and resolve schedule or scope issues.
• Control scope and recommend corrective actions to leadership.
• Prepare status reports, performance metrics, and executive summaries.
• Serve as liaison between engineering teams, logistics personnel, and stakeholders.
• Oversee engineering development efforts from concept through completion.

Skills

Project管理

Schedule development

Cross-functional leadership

Technical analysis

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Engineering Project Manager (Direct Hire - Secret Clearance Required)

Naval Air Station North Island, United States

Program Support: NAVAIR F/A-18 Fleet Support

We are seeking an Engineering Project Manager to support Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) F/A-18 & EA-18G Fleet Support Team operations at Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW), NAS North Island.

This role oversees engineering sustainment projects supporting fleet readiness. The position requires strong project execution discipline, cross-functional coordination, and technical oversight within an aviation maintenance environment.

This is a direct hire opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sustainment-related engineering projects supporting F/A-18 aircraft
• Translate sponsor proposals into structured project execution plans
• Define project phases, responsibilities, and resource assignments
• Develop and maintain detailed schedules and staffing plans
• Conduct technical analysis, validation studies, and performance testing
• Monitor project performance and resolve schedule or scope issues
• Control scope and recommend corrective actions to leadership
• Prepare status reports, performance metrics, and executive summaries
• Serve as liaison between engineering teams, logistics personnel, and stakeholders
• Oversee engineering development efforts from concept through completion

Requirements

• Active Secret Clearance (required at time of hire)
• 3-10 years of engineering and/or logistics program/project management experience
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or relevant technical discipline
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience in structured, high-accountability environments
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods

Preferred Experience

• Aviation maintenance or sustainment background
• Fleet readiness or depot-level operations experience
• Cross-functional engineering and logistics coordination

Core Competencies

• Project Management
• Schedule Development
• Technical Analysis
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Defense / Aerospace Operations

Comprehensive benefits package may include:

• 401k with employer match
• Paid time off

Employer is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Disability / Veterans employer.

This position is employed on an at-will basis. Responsibilities may evolve based on operational needs.