Senior Project Engineer

Leonardo DRS

Melbourne (FL)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 170,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead the technical execution of advanced electro-optical and infrared systems in support of critical missions. You will drive projects from design through delivery, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure on-time, on-budget execution with high quality standards.

The role requires a Master’s degree in engineering with 10+ years of experience, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines. U.S.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in engineering or related field with a minimum of 10 years of experience.
  • Mastery of technologies and domain knowledge across multiple engineering disciplines.
  • Ability to independently lead a team of engineers on complex projects.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering efforts for complex projects on time and within budget.
  • Ensure design compliance with project requirements and customer specs.
  • Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments.
  • Mentor and coach less experienced engineers.

Skills

Engineering leadership
Project management
Cross-functional collaboration
Technical mentoring

Education

Master’s degree in engineering

Tools

EO/IR systems knowledge

Job description

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Location:

Melbourne, FL, US, 32935

Job ID:115394

The Electro Optical InfraredSystems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborneplatforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.

Employing the world's brightest. Supporting the world's bravest.

Business Unit: Electro-Optical and Infrared Systems (EOIS)
Location: Melbourne, FL
Career Functional Area: Project Engineering
Telework Type: Osnite
Relocation Available: Yes
Schedule: 9/80
Shift: 1st

Job Summary

Lead the technical execution of advanced electro-optical and infrared systems that support critical missions. As a Senior Project Engineer , you'll drive complex projects from design through delivery, lead cross-functional teams, solve high-stakes technical challenges, and help deliver innovative solutions on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Job Responsibilities
  • Responsible for leading all engineering efforts for a complex project or projects on time and budget
  • Ensure design compliance with all project requirements
  • Review customer specifications and requirements, and lead a project team to develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable
  • Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments
  • Communicate clearly (written and oral) with manufacturing, supply chain, program management and the customer as required
  • Participate heavily in preparation of the more complex and significant proposals
  • Interact with technical management, other professionals, technicians and support personnel to coordinate, recommend and confer regarding technical activities and progress
  • Lead a project team or teams as assigned
  • Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
  • Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings
  • Mentor and coach less experienced engineers
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 10 years of experience
  • Mastery of technologies and domain knowledge
  • Expected to have knowledge and experience in multiple engineering disciplines
  • Ability to independently lead a team of engineers to complete a complex project or projects

U.S. Citizenship required. This position the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.

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