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

• Lead and manage complex engineering projects from initiation to completion
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders
• Own project scope and baseline change requests
• Develop and implement project plans, including 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

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in project engineering or related roles
• Proven track record of delivering complex engineering projects on time and within budget
• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Experience in risk management and problem-solving
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies
• Technical expertise in the relevant engineering discipline
• Experience leading development programs for major aerospace systems
• Experience with vapor cycle refrigerant systems
• Experience with Earned Value Management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Adaptability and flexibility to manage changing project requirements
• Passion for innovation and continuous learning
• PMP Certification
• MS Office mastery
• Understanding of Requirements V&V Process
• Active Security Clearance
• Must be a U.S. person: a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or person with protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in leading complex engineering projects, including project scope definition, risk management, and Earned Value Management. Proficient in utilizing project management tools and methodologies while effectively communicating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Project Management
• Earned Value Management
• PMP Certification
• Aerospace Systems Development
• Risk Management

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Project Engineering
• Project Scope Definition
• Budget Management
• Resource Allocation
• RFI/RFP Response
• Technical Volume Preparation
• Requirements V&V Process
• Vapor Cycle Refrigerant Systems
• Analytical Problem-Solving
• Technical Guidance

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Adaptability
• Attention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

• PMP Certification
• Active Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

• Aerospace
• Engineering Projects
• Cross-Functional Teams
• Innovation
• Continuous Learning

Tools & Technologies

• Project Management Tools
• MS Office