Project Engineer

General Atomics; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 116,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) in Englewood, CO is seeking a Project Engineer for satellite systems to lead the Integrated Master Plan, risk management, and program resource planning. You will coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure cost, schedule and technical execution, presenting at milestone reviews and supporting proposals.

Ideal candidates have extensive engineering leadership experience on space-related programs, DoD customers, and a proven track record of delivering

Qualifications

• Twelve or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, ten or more with a masters, or seven or more with a PhD.
• Working knowledge of space systems, DoD programs (highly desired).
• Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills; able to mentor others.
• Extensive engineering expertise with experience leading project work to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute engineering development efforts to meet cost, schedule, and performance commitments.
• Lead cross-functional engineering teams and coordinate day-to-day task prioritization.
• Manage engineering resources by defining needs and staffing.
• Support technical leadership on product design, development, and improvement with Program Management.
• Identify, assess, and manage program risks and opportunities, including cost and schedule impacts.
• Monitor and manage cost, schedule, and technical scope changes, including change management processes.
• Develop, maintain, and support execution of the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and related forecasts and metrics.
• Drive engineering tasks and action items to closure and report status to Program Management and senior leadership.
• Prepare and lead major program milestone reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, ORR).
• Communicate effectively with engineering, stakeholders, and management; serve as a key technical contact.
• Present engineering work products at periodic and milestone reviews to senior staff and customers.
• Support proposals and white papers, including development of engineering Basis of Estimates and customer interfaces.
• Travel expected less than 10%.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Team player

Mentoring others

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

PhD in engineering

Tools

Windchill

Atlassian tools

SAP

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide. GA-EMS Remote Space Sensing Systems (RS3) is redefining access to space with modular, scalable small satellite platforms and constellations. Backed by proven on-orbit performance, our small satellite solutions support defense, intelligence and civil science missions.

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide. GA-EMS Remote Space Sensing Systems (RS3) is redefining access to space with modular, scalable small satellite platforms and constellations. Backed by proven on-orbit performance, our small satellite solutions support defense, intelligence and civil science missions.

Our team is adding a Project Engineer for satellite systems in Englewood, CO. As a member of the program leadership team, you will be responsible for the development and execution of the Integrated Master Plan, risk and opportunity management, change management, and program resource planning. The position leads cross-functional teams to resolve complex engineering problems, establish execution rhythm, and present at technical and program milestone reviews. In this role, you’ll be expected to leverage your engineering expertise to lead by influence to ensure cost, schedule and technical execution.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and execute engineering development efforts to meet cost, schedule, and performance commitments.
• Lead cross-functional engineering teams and coordinate day-to-day task prioritization.
• Manage engineering resources by defining needs and securing appropriate staffing.
• Support technical leadership on product design, development, and improvement with Program Management.
• Identify, assess, and manage program risks and opportunities, including cost and schedule impacts.
• Monitor and manage cost, schedule, and technical scope changes, including change management processes.
• Ensure GA-EMS processes for design, development, integration, test, and performance verification are tailored and implemented to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and support execution of the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and related forecasts and metrics.
• Drive engineering tasks and action items to closure and report status to Program Management and senior leadership.
• Prepare and lead major program milestone reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, ORR) and ensure criteria are met.
• Communicate effectively with engineering, stakeholders, and management; serve as a key technical contact.
• Present engineering work products at periodic and milestone reviews to senior staff and customers.
• Support proposals and white papers, including development of engineering Basis of Estimates and customer interfaces.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; twelve or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, ten or more years of experience with a masters degree, or seven or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Working knowledge of space systems, customers, and Department of Defense (DoD) programs (highly desired).
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills; able to represent the organization as a prime technical contact and mentor others.
• Extensive technical expertise in engineering principles with experience organizing, planning, and leading project work to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a multi-contract environment, handling competing priorities with flexibility and composure.
• Proven team player with a hands‑on, customer‑focused approach and experience developing innovative technical solutions.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost/schedule management frameworks.
• Understanding and practical experience with risk management processes on active programs and proposals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project; familiarity with Windchill, Atlassian tools, and SAP is desired.
• Experience with requirements management tools and supporting requirements
• Must be customer focused and able to work on a self‑initiated basis or in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required. Travel expected to be less than 10%.
• Active DoD Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance is required with ability to obtain TS/SCI.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 116,480 - 208,505