Senior Project Engineering Lead – Defense Systems

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense technology company in Fort Wayne, IN is looking for a Lead, Project Engineering to oversee the full lifecycle of engineering projects. This role involves leading teams, managing project schedules and budgets, and ensuring customer satisfaction while meeting mission-critical needs. Candidates should have extensive experience in project engineering and the ability to secure a clearance. Strong leadership skills are essential, and candidates with PMP certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• 9 years of relevant experience or 7 years with a graduate degree.
• Experience managing projects with budgets over $70M.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams to meet customer requirements.
• Oversee cost, schedule, and technical aspects of projects.
• Identify and mitigate program-level risks and opportunities.

Skills

Project engineering best practices

Multi-discipline program management

Software development and integration

Technical Supplier Management

Risk and Opportunity Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Graduate Degree (preferred)

Job description

A defense technology company in Fort Wayne, IN is looking for a Lead, Project Engineering to oversee the full lifecycle of engineering projects. This role involves leading teams, managing project schedules and budgets, and ensuring customer satisfaction while meeting mission-critical needs. Candidates should have extensive experience in project engineering and the ability to secure a clearance. Strong leadership skills are essential, and candidates with PMP certification are preferred.