Engineering Project Manager – Staff – Wheeled Systems

Moseley Technical Services; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 88,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Project Manager for Wheeled Systems in Sterling Heights, MI.

The role focuses on production support, sustainment, and program execution within defense/aerospace contexts, leveraging EVMS and PM best practices. Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a technical field, 10+ years of related experience, and strong command of EVMS, budgeting, forecasting, and scheduling tools; familiarity with MS Office 365 and Windows

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Systems Engineering (or related technical field).
• 10+ years of relevant experience in engineering or project/program management.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, tools, and methodologies.
• Experience leading complex technical or engineering projects.
• Experience working in defense or aerospace environments.
• Knowledge of EVMS, project budgeting, forecasting, and scheduling tools.
• Experience with critical path analysis and program execution.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and Windows-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead resolution of production-related problem reports and technical issues.
• Drive development, validation, and approval of corrective actions for production risks.
• Coordinate activities with the Joint Change Review Board (JCRB).
• Partner with technical leads to ensure quality and compliance of engineering solutions.
• Serve as primary technical interface for internal teams, customers, and subcontractors.
• Support proposal development and RFP responses, including kickoff planning.
• Develop and manage project plans and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) across internal teams and subcontractors.
• Ensure alignment of schedules and deliverables with contract requirements.
• Apply Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles to manage scope, schedule, and cost.
• Track and ensure completion of project milestones in alignment with internal processes.
• Forecast engineering resources and manpower requirements.
• Identify, manage, and resolve program risks and critical issues.
• Provide program status updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and track performance metrics (KPIs).
• Interpret and manage contractual scope and technical requirements.

Skills

Project management

EVMS

Risk management

Leadership

Microsoft Office 365

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Systems Engineering

Job description

Engineering Project Manager - Wheeled Systems

Sterling Heights, MI

$63.92 - $69.99/Hour

Join a team dedicated to designing and producing armored combat and support vehicles. As a prime mover in ground force capabilities, this firm provides innovative solutions that ensure the safety and effectiveness of military personnel worldwide, focusing on durability, mobility, and performance.

Responsibilities:

• Production Support
  • Lead resolution of production-related problem reports and technical issues
  • Drive development, validation, and approval of corrective actions for critical production risks
  • Coordinate activities with the Joint Change Review Board (JCRB)
  • Partner with technical leads to ensure quality and compliance of engineering solutions
• Sustainment, Task Orders & Obsolescence
  • Serve as primary technical interface for internal teams, customers, and subcontractors
  • Support proposal development and RFP responses, including kickoff planning
  • Develop and manage project plans and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) across internal teams and subcontractors
  • Ensure alignment of schedules and deliverables with contract requirements
• Program Execution & Project Management
  • Apply Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles to manage scope, schedule, and cost
  • Track and ensure completion of project milestones in alignment with internal processes
  • Forecast engineering resources and manpower requirements
  • Identify, manage, and resolve program risks and critical issues
  • Provide program status updates to internal and external stakeholders
  • Develop and track performance metrics (KPIs)
  • Interpret and manage contractual scope and technical requirements

Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Systems Engineering (or related technical field)
• 10+ years of relevant experience in engineering or project/program management
• Strong understanding of project management principles, tools, and methodologies
• Experience leading complex technical or engineering projects
• Experience working in defense or aerospace environments
• Knowledge of EVMS, project budgeting, forecasting, and scheduling tools
• Experience with critical path analysis and program execution
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and Windows-based systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or MBA
• Experience supporting ground combat or tactical vehicle programs (e.g., Stryker)
• Experience managing subcontractors and supplier integration

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer

What to Expect

• Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation, which may include education, criminal, and work history verifications.
• Accepted applicants will be eligible for benefits, including medical and supplemental insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Appreciation and gratitude for employees are hallmarks of organizations with low turnover.
• Final position level and pay will be based on experience.

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.

We stand by our 30-year-old commitment of “World Class Service. World Class Company.”