Senior Project Engineer, Space Systems & Tooling

Pace Industries, LLC; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 119,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Space is seeking a Project Engineer III to lead and execute technically complex projects, ensuring integration of engineering solutions across GSE/Tooling for our Dream Chaser and Satellite programs. You will manage scope, cost, and schedules while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with suppliers and contracts.

The role requires strong communication and leadership, experience in cross-functional teams, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent.
• Typically 5+ years of related experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.
• Ability to lead small cross-functional teams and projects.
• Advanced technical knowledge in the relevant engineering discipline (GSE/Tooling).
• Strong project management, budgeting, and scheduling skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of two or more functional disciplines outside engineering.
• Experience in risk and opportunity management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute technical projects, ensuring integration of engineering solutions.
• Oversee design, development and implementation of projects.
• Provide technical estimation support to develop Basis of Estimates.
• Coordinate supplier activities and manage Statements of Work.
• Communicate project status clearly to technical and programmatic audiences.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement within the engineering team.
• Bridge between Engineering and Program offices to resolve conflicts.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Technical estimation

Communication

Mentorship

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk and opportunity management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

CAD software

MS Project

Primavera

PLM software

Job description

Sierra Space is seeking a Project Engineer III to lead and execute technically complex projects, ensuring integration of engineering solutions across GSE/Tooling for our Dream Chaser and Satellite programs. You will manage scope, cost, and schedules while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with suppliers and contracts.

The role requires strong communication and leadership, experience in cross-functional teams, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced,