Senior Aerospace Project Engineer

DZYNE Technologies; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DZYNE Technologies in Irvine, CA is seeking a Senior Aerospace Project Engineer to lead and integrate federal aerospace and defense projects from inception to completion. The role emphasizes developing processes, ensuring compliance with government requirements, and coordinating with internal disciplines, customers, and subcontractors.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in project execution within defense or aerospace, strong communication, leadership, and planning skills, and experience with IT

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of industry experience leading or supporting project execution.
• Experience with defense or aerospace programs and cross-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to lead and build healthy working relationships.
• Pro-active problem solver in fast-paced environments.
• Experience with planning, scheduling, and coordinating technical work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project timelines, budgets and deliverables with PM and engineering teams.
• Document project health and status for stakeholders.
• Plan and host technical meetings and design reviews.
• Analyze technical data to inform decisions.
• Coordinate work across programs and subcontractors.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Problem-solving

IT tools proficiency

Planning and scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM or related field

Tools

CAD software

Simulation tools

ERP tools

Job description

About DZYNE

DZYNE Technologies is leading the future of autonomous defense. Based in Irvine, California, we develop and manufacture advanced airborne and ground-based defense solutions deployed in over 50 countries. Backed by U.S. Government Programs of Record, our technologies are field-proven, scalable, and production-ready.

About DZYNE

DZYNE Technologies is leading the future of autonomous defense. Based in Irvine, California, we develop and manufacture advanced airborne and ground-based defense solutions deployed in over 50 countries. Backed by U.S. Government Programs of Record, our technologies are field-proven, scalable, and production-ready. We’re growing fast, and looking for innovators ready to make an impact. At DZYNE, you’ll join a culture built on collaboration, integrity, and purpose. We celebrate wins, value diverse perspectives, and support every team member’s success. Ready to do work that matters? Join us.

Position Title

Senior Aerospace Project Engineer

Location

Irvine, CA

Work Arrangement

On-site

Position Summary

DZYNE has an immediate need for a talented Senior Project Engineer capable of the oversight and integration of projects supporting on-going and emerging federal aerospace, defense, and commercial contracts. This position requires a person that can both develop process and work within defined procedures, to include government requirements. The successful candidate will have experience interfacing with a wide range of internal disciplines, customers, and active subcontractors in a lead role having seen projects progress from inception to completion. Demonstrated experience in project financials tracking, data and hardware deliverable management, and subcontractor management is required. The successful candidate will have a background experience in projects in the Government or Defense Contracting Industry.

Required Duties And Responsibilities

• Primary Role will be maintaining project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, working in collaboration with Program Management and Technical Engineering
  • Project financials
  • Project & program deliverables
  • Team task and labor tracking and management
  • Requirements decomposition in tasking with V&V
• Documentation and communication of project health and status to both internal and external stakeholders
• Schedule, plan, and host technical meetings and design reviews
• Analyze and interpret technical data to inform project decisions
• Proven ability, capacity, and aptitude with planning, organizing, coordinating technical work, and obtaining cooperation from others

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of industry experience as directly supporting or leading project execution of design, development, manufacturing, or operations programs
• Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams of engineers and technicians in defense or aerospace industries
• Positive, “can-do” attitude and talent/experience leading people and cultivating healthy relationships
• Pro-active approach to solving problems
• Work under general direction in a fast-paced environment collaborating between program and technical teams
• Working knowledge of enterprise resourcing and planning tools
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Skilled in the use of IT tools, including spreadsheets, word processing, planning, and scheduling software.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• Experience in either aerospace development, manned or unmanned aircraft flight operations, or aircraft manufacturing
• Experience with CAD software and simulation tools
• Active or previous security clearance

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), Business Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Clearance Level Required

None, security Clearance not required but preferred

Travel Required

Yes, Up to 10% anticipated

Working Conditions

The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment, to warehouse and other facilities.

Physical Demands

• Must have the ability to stoop, stand, climb, occasionally lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Involves movement between departments, floors, and worksites to facilitate work.

Export Control / ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As a result, employment is contingent upon meeting applicable export control eligibility requirements and compliance obligations.

Work Authorization Requirement

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Salary

Salary: $140,000 – $180,000 annually

Salary depends on relevant work experience, education, training, essential skills, and/or other factors such as specialized or high-demand professions. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible for an annual bonus. The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of salary or annual bonus.

Benefits

Our benefits are DZYNE’ed for your overall health and financial wellness. DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package. Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE. DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401 (k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting.

DZYNE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, DZYNE Technologies comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which our company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.