Project Engineer

Aleron; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions is seeking a Project Engineer for a Merritt Island, FL position supporting a government satellite program. The role entails leading the development, testing, and delivery of mission-critical flight software while managing an interdisciplinary engineering team in a matrix organization.

You will be responsible for schedule adherence, cost tracking, labor utilization, and performance metrics to meet stringent customer standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in a project engineering or technical lead role.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in the aerospace and defense industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end engineering lifecycle for satellite flight software from initial design through final delivery and integration.
• Track labor utilization, manage project costs, and analyze performance metrics against the baseline budget.
• Develop, maintain, and own the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for all software development and testing milestones.
• Provide clear technical direction to a matrixed engineering team, including software developers, systems engineers, GNC specialists, and functional validation testers.
• Serve as a primary technical point of contact for US Government customers, leading technical reviews, status updates, and milestone presentations.
• Identify, mitigate, and track technical, schedule, and cost risks, escalating critical blockers to the Flight Software IPT leader.
• Ensure all software development processes align with AS9100, CMMI, and program-specific mission assurance standards.

Skills

Scheduling

EVMS

Cross-functional leadership

Technical leadership

Education

Aerospace Engineering

Computer Science

Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title

Project Engineer

Location

Merritt Island, FL

Employment Type

Temp (12 months)

Industry

Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing

Compensation

$65.00 - $70.00 /hr.

Schedule

40 hrs/Week.

About the Opportunity

• We are seeking a high-performing Project Engineer to lead the development, testing, and delivery of mission-critical flight software for an advanced Government satellite program.


• In this customer-facing role, you will manage the day-to-day execution of a multidisciplinary engineering team within a matrixed organization.


• You will hold primary responsibility for schedule adherence, cost tracking, labor utilization, and technical performance metrics, ensuring all deliverables meet strict customer standards.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.


• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.


• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.


• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting

This role offers the opportunity to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while providing you with room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider- we help companies compete for talent. With experience across industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and design talent solutions that deliver the business outcomes they want. We draw on decades of experience to provide contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do

• Lead the end-to-end engineering lifecycle for satellite flight software from initial design through final delivery and integration.


• Track labor utilization, manage project costs, and analyze performance metrics against the baseline budget.


• Develop, maintain, and own the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for all software development and testing milestones.


• Provide clear technical direction to a matrixed engineering team, including software developers, systems engineers, GNC specialists, and functional validation testers.


• Serve as a primary technical point of contact for US Government customers, leading technical reviews, status updates, and milestone presentations.


• Identify, mitigate, and track technical, schedule, and cost risks, escalating critical blockers to the Flight Software IPT leader.


• Ensure all software development processes align with AS9100, CMMI, and program-specific mission assurance standards.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering or Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.


• 2+ years of experience in a project engineering or technical lead role.


• 5+ years of engineering experience in the aerospace and defense industry.

What Sets You Apart

• Proven track record working on software development projects, ideally involving real-time embedded systems or satellite flight software.


• Proficiency with scheduling tools (MS Project) and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) concepts.


• Demonstrated ability to influence and drive results across cross-functional, matrixed engineering teams without direct reporting authority.


• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for high-visibility customer briefings and executive-level internal reporting.

Additional Information

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.


• Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents.


• Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds including safety warnings or alarms.


• Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic. identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment.


• Carrying: able to carry documents, electronic equipment and supplies up to 40lbs/9kg.


• Lifting: able to lift documents, electronic equipment and supplies up to 40lbs/9kg.


• Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.


• Squatting / Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.


• Standing: able to stand for long periods of time.


• Walking: able to walk through office and outside areas including uneven surfaces.


• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.


• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a 'U.S. Person', as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Legal Status

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.