Project Engineer

Leidos; New Jersey; On-site; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Project Engineer at Picatinny Arsenal, NJ to provide technical and administrative coordination for a portfolio of demilitarization projects. The role requires drafting project plans, organizing schedules, and consolidating input from multiple stakeholders to support government engineers.

The candidate should have a BS in engineering and 5–8 years of relevant experience, and US citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental, or Industrial) or related physical science.
• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in project engineering or related fields.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and organizing project plans, integrated schedules, and technical data sheets for demilitarization initiatives.
• Coordinate project workflows and track completion of technical actions across task groups.
• Consolidate technical input to prepare briefing materials and project status packages for government engineers.
• Perform technical data entry, DEMIL stockpile analysis, and coordinate RDTE programs with organic depots.
• Compile and format engineering drawings and test data for government review.
• Provide admin and technical coordination support for IPTs, program reviews, and safety groups.
• Prepare meeting agendas, track actions, distribute minutes, and assemble presentation slides.

Education

B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental, or Industrial)

Job description

Description

The Defense Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Project Engineer at its Picatinny Arsenal, NJ location to provide technical and administrative coordination activities in support of the government’s portfolio of demilitarization projects.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and organizing project plans, integrated schedules, and technical data sheets for demilitarization initiatives.
• Support the coordination of project workflows and track the completion of technical action items assigned to various task groups.
• Consolidate technical input from various stakeholders to assist government engineers in preparing briefing materials and project status packages.
• Perform technical data entry, DEMIL stockpile analysis, and coordinate RDTE programs with organic depots.
• Compile and format technical feedback, engineering drawings, and test data for government review.
• Provide administrative and technical coordination support for Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), Joint Demilitarization Program Reviews, and safety working groups.
• Prepare meeting agendas, track action items, distribute meeting minutes, and compile presentation slides as directed by government program leads.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental, or Industrial) or a related physical science discipline.
• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in project engineering, ammunition lifecycle logistics, or energetic material handling support.
• US Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with demilitarization technologies and operations a plus.
• Secret Security Clearance (or favorable eligibility determination).

Pay Range

Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00

Pay And Benefits

• competitive compensation
• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave and Retirement

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.