Project Engineer III

Senior plc; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior plc's SSP division is seeking a Project Engineer III to lead and deliver New Product Development, sustaining engineering, and R&D programs. You will drive technical decisions within IPDTs, ensure designs meet customer requirements, and coordinate activities across engineering, manufacturing, and QA.

Responsibilities include leading design, analysis (stress, thermal, flow), preparation of certification docs, and interface with customers and suppliers to ensure program success and aerospace

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering; MS preferred.
• Minimum five years aerospace engineering experience or related field.
• Minimum three years leading or executing NPD programs across multiple phases.
• Experience with aircraft qualification/certification processes (FAA/EASA).
• Ability to create, review, and approve drawings/models including GD&T per ANSI/ASME Y14.5.
• Experience preparing/approving engineering and certification documentation (ATPs, QTPs, reports).
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering activities across all phases of product development (proposal, design, analysis, fabrication support, testing, IIS).
• Provide technical leadership within the IPDT and coordinate cross-functional efforts.
• Develop and maintain engineering plans and support scheduling to milestones.
• Lead design efforts and approvals of drawings, models, and documentation.
• Oversee preparation/approval of certification docs (ATPs, QTPs, test reports).
• Perform/guide engineering analyses (stress, thermal, flow).
• Lead design reviews and resolve complex technical issues.
• Interface with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance.
• Support manufacturing and test activities, including troubleshooting and design improvements.
• Communicate project status, risks, mitigation plans to leadership/customers.
• Mentor junior engineers and support staff.
• Participate in audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Aerospace Engineering

Cross-functional leadership

Technical leadership

FAA/EASA qualification knowledge

Education

Bachelors in Aerospace or Mechanical Eng

MS preferred

Tools

CATIA V5

Finite Element Modelling

Job description

Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 19 operating businesses in 11 countries. Traded on the London Stock Exchange, Senior designs and manufactures high-technology components and systems for the worldwide aerospace, defense, land vehicle and power & energy markets.

Senior Aerospace SSP, a division of Senior plc, is the world’s largest aerospace high-pressure ducting system supplier. Starting as ‘Stainless Steel Products’ in 1945, and acquired by Senior plc in 1995, we are vertically integrated with our own foundry, fabrication shop, and ISO-certified engineering lab, allowing us to design, manufacture, and qualify complex ducting systems for space launch, defense, and commercial aerospace applications worldwide.

Senior Aerospace SSP is the recognized global leader in high-pressure bleed air ducting systems. We provide "total resource" system solutions for complex ducting requirements, with our components found on most aircraft operating worldwide.

We are committed to the highest standards of ethics, safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement. At SSP, we believe in building strong relationships with our customers, suppliers, and most importantly, our employees. We foster a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment with ample opportunities for professional growth. Join us and find your future in a company that values innovation and integrity.

Job Description

Summary:

The Project Engineer III is responsible for leading the execution of New Product Development (NPD), sustaining engineering, and research and development programs. This role provides technical leadership within cross-functional Integrated Product Development Teams (IPDTs), ensuring product designs meet customer requirements, certification standards, and program objectives. The Project Engineer III operates with minimal supervision and is accountable for driving technical decisions, coordinating engineering activities, and delivering program results.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead engineering activities across all phases of product development, including proposal, design, analysis, fabrication support, testing, and entry-into-service.
• Provide technical leadership within the IPDT, coordinating cross-functional efforts to meet program objectives, schedules, and customer requirements.
• Develop and maintain engineering plans and support overall project scheduling in alignment with program milestones.
• Lead design efforts, including creation, review, and approval of engineering drawings, models, and technical documentation.
• Oversee preparation and approval of engineering and certification documentation (e.g., ATPs, QTPs, test reports).
• Perform and/or guide engineering analysis activities (e.g., stress, thermal, flow) and ensure technical adequacy of results.
• Lead design reviews and drive resolution of complex technical issues.
• Interface directly with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and compliance with technical and program requirements.
• Support and guide manufacturing and test activities, including troubleshooting and design improvements.
• Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans to leadership and customers.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and support staff.
• Participate in or support internal and external audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to independently execute the responsibilities of the position and provide technical leadership. The requirements below represent the knowledge, skills, and experience required.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering. M.S. preferred.
• Minimum five (5) years of aerospace engineering experience or related field.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience leading or executing new product development programs through multiple phases (e.g., preliminary design, detailed design, testing, and release).
• Prior experience with aircraft qualification and/or certification processes (FAA, EASA, or equivalent) and associated development milestones (PDR, CDR, PRR, EIS).
• Ability to create, review, and approve engineering drawings and models, including GD&T per ANSI/ASME Y14.5.
• Prior experience preparing and approving engineering and certification documentation (e.g., ATPs, QTPs, reports).
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate engineering activities.
• Strong understanding of aircraft systems (e: ECS, air management systems, or similar fluid/thermal/mechanical systems).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with aircraft fluid systems.
• Prior experience with environmental and qualification testing and requirements (e.g., RTCA DO-160, MIL-STD-810).
• Prior experience with AS9145 / APQP Project Planning and Product Design & Development phases.
• Prior experience with finite element modelling and analysis.
• Prior experience with CATIA V5.
• Familiarity with metal manufacturing/forming processes and design for manufacturability.
• Prior experience mentoring junior engineers.
• Prior experience supporting or participating in audits (e.g., AS9100, customer audits).

Additional Information

Annual Target Salary = $130k

Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Trade Compliance Statement Access to our facilities is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, U.S. Nationals, U.S. refugees, asylees, or temporary residents under amnesty provisions ), and to properly licensed foreign persons. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide information to determine whether they are subject to these regulations and, if so, to assess their country of chargeability for export control purposes. Additionally, potential employee names will be screened against the Consolidated Screening List (maintained by the United States government) to determine eligibility to receive controlled technical data.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. EOE M/F/D/V/VEVRAA Federal Contractor