Project Engineer

BAE Systems, Inc.; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 108,787 - 184,937; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

BAE Systems, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Kingsport, TN team. The role bridges engineering design and real-world execution at the Holston Army Ammunition Plant, requiring leadership to guide a diverse engineering team.

You will own the technical roadmap, manage budgets, and coordinate with internal and external partners to ensure on-time delivery with rigorous standards. Strong communication and hands-on CAD experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical field is required.
• 8+ years related experience incl. design, development, or commissioning.
• 2 years in engineering technical project leadership.
• Proficient communication across departments and customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a diverse team of engineers to meet complex functional requirements.
• Drive execution by owning the technical roadmap within project schedule and budget.
• Manage partnerships as the primary technical contact for internal teams and suppliers.
• Bridge design to production through commissioning and hand-off to production teams.
• Support program growth with accurate budget estimates and new proposals.

Skills

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a technical field

Tools

Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

Job description

Build the Future of Defense Are you a skilled engineer with a passion for leadership? BAE Systems is seeking a Project Engineer to join our team in Kingsport, TN. In this role, you will bridge the gap between complex engineering design and real-world execution at the Holston Army Ammunition Plant.

Job Description

Build the Future of Defense

Are you a skilled engineer with a passion for leadership? BAE Systems is seeking a Project Engineer to join our team in Kingsport, TN. In this role, you will bridge the gap between complex engineering design and real-world execution at the Holston Army Ammunition Plant.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and Mentor: Guide a diverse team of engineers, fostering a collaborative environment to meet complex functional requirements.
• Drive Execution: Take ownership of the technical roadmap, ensuring every task is aligned with the project schedule and budgetary goals.
• Manage Partnerships: Act as the primary technical point of contact for internal teams and external suppliers, ensuring all deliverables meet our rigorous standards.
• Bridge Design to Production: Lead the commissioning process and ensure a smooth hand-off to production teams.
• Strategic Support: Assist in the growth of the program by developing accurate budgetary estimates and supporting new proposals.

Physical Requirements

This role requires regular presence in a manufacturing or fabrication environment. The incumbent must be able to access and safely navigate production areas which may include climbing, kneeling, stooping, and working in confined spaces. Must also be able to comply with all requirements including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with company policy.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical field required; mechanical, systems, civil or chemical engineering degree preferred
• 8+ years related experience, including 5 years of experience in engineering design, development, and / or commissioning
• 2 years in an engineering technical project leadership position
• Must be able to effectively communicate and interface with various functional departments and customers
• Must be able to foster a positive and inclusive work environment
• Must be able to effectively use Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Proficiency in AutoCAD suite software

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience in multi-million dollar plant capital sustainment or expansion projects - including industrial construction or modernization efforts
• Experience in the chemical process industry or energetics industry
• Experience with proposal development
• Understanding and experience within cross-functional teams
• Experience with Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) methodology and substantiating task estimates e

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $108787 - $184937

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered:

• health, dental, and vision insurance;
• health savings accounts;
• a 401(k) savings plan;
• disability coverage;
• life and accident insurance.
• employee assistance program,
• a legal plan,
• discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance.
• paid time off,
• paid holidays,
• paid parental,
• military,
• bereavement,
• any applicable federal and state sick leave.
• company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards.
• Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.