Senior Manager, Project Engineering

L3Harris Technologies; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Waco, TX seeks a Project Engineering Senior Manager to lead a team of ~15 engineers on air vehicle modification programs. You will drive technical leadership, resource planning, and program execution to meet aggressive schedules.

A strong background in DoD/aerospace engineering and program management is required. The role emphasizes leadership, strategic planning, and continuous improvement, with relocation support for qualified candidates and a direct-hire opportunity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in engineering with extensive related experience; graduate degree preferred.
• 7+ years in project engineering or technical project management.
• US Citizenship with DoD security clearance (Secret minimum).

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a diverse team of project engineers across multiple programs.
• Provide technical leadership to engineers and program chiefs to meet objectives.
• Support proposals, EVMS, estimates-to-complete, and roadmaps.
• Drive engineering quality through metrics and continuous improvement.
• Recruit, develop, and retain engineering staff; forecast manpower needs.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Air vehicle systems

Communication skills

Risk management

Technical mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Graduate degree (preferred)

Tools

Earned Value Management

Six Sigma / CMMI

Strategic planning

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Senior Manager, Project Engineering

Job Code: 42511

Job Location: Waco, Tx

Job Schedule: 9/80 Regular

Job Description

L3Harris is actively seeking a Project Engineering Senior Manager for our facility located in Waco, TX for a direct hire opportunity. We offer great competitive benefits and a generous relocation package for those who qualify. We are looking for a senior professional with strong knowledge of Engineering development in the DOD and/or Aerospace industry and a broad knowledge of project management.

As the Project Engineering Senior Manager, you will get the unique opportunity to support a dynamic and growing business area, lead an experienced team of Project Engineers heading the technical leadership of multiple air vehicle modification and modernization programs, pursuits, special projects, and Internal Research & Development (IR&D). This position will lead a team of approximately 15 Project Engineers in a growing business area and the position responsibilities include supervision, resource planning, coaching and leadership development activities.

Essential Functions

• Lead and mentor a diverse team of project engineers in support of multiple business areas to execute development, modification and modernization efforts on air vehicle platforms and systems
• Provide technical mentorship and leadership coaching to Program Chief Engineers & Project Engineers, to ensure their success in meeting program objectives
• Provide top-level support for proposal generation, Earned Value Management, estimates-to-complete, organizational development, strategic planning, and product and technology roadmaps
• Actively participate in strategic and business aspects of the MMG Engineering Department that will directly impact the achievement of overall business or functional results
• Establish a culture of Project Engineering excellence and balance the Project Engineering Department with low, medium, and highly experienced Project Engineers
• Forecast Project Engineering Manpower needs based on Program and Potential demand forecast
• Determine hiring needs and conduct searches to onboard needed Project Engineers
• Ensure thorough understanding of the Project Engineering role within the organization
• Drive continuous improvement in engineering quality and delivery through use of metrics
• Recruit, develop, assess and retain Project Engineering staff
• Establish performance expectations, methods, and tools for Project Engineering
• Support training and career development for Project Engineers
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field and minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
• 7+ years of experience in Project Engineering or Technical Project Management role
• Air Vehicle and Systems Integration experience
• Great communication skills
• Experience with FAA (STC) and Military (MTC) certification activities preferred
• Experience with process improvement e.g. CMMI and Six-Sigma
• Experience building strong relationships and effectively partnering with internal and external resources; customer focused
• Proficient in technical project management and technical estimating
• Proficient in risk identification, risk analysis and contingency planning
• Working knowledge within a relevant technical field (e.g., Aero-Mechanical, Aero-Electrical, Systems Engineering, Structural, Stress, Mass Properties, Aerodynamics, Software, etc.)
• Must be a US Citizen with a DoD Security Clearance (Secret minimum).

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience in prior leadership capacity (i.e. Supervisor/Manager, Engineering Manager, Program Manager, Director etc.).
• Proficient in leading root cause analysis, troubleshooting complex technical situations, and leading continuous improvement efforts
• Proficient in people management, evaluations and team building
• Demonstrated understanding of interaction between engineering design, program management, manufacturing & supply chain processes, Mission Assurance & Quality
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, CMMI or other continuous improvement frameworks with high expectations of sustained excellence for self and team members.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions. L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.