Senior Project Management Specialist New Cincinnati, OH

Quest Defense; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-growing team that supports leading aerospace companies as a Project Management Specialist. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead engineering projects, develop schedules, and ensure timely delivery of critical hardware. You will engage with multiple organizations, manage action items, and prepare insightful reports that drive project success. If you're a motivated self-starter with a passion for technology and a strong background in aerospace, this position is perfect for you. Be part of an innovative firm that values your contributions and fosters a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in project management for engineering projects.
• Knowledge of engineering change processes and customer gated reviews.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily stand-ups and project meetings.
• Develop and track engineering project schedules.
• Prepare and present weekly and monthly reports.

Skills

Project Management

Aerospace Knowledge

Scheduling Software

Engineering Processes

Education

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

Job description

Are you an experienced Project Management Specialist looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to further advance your skills and career in a great working environment? Join our fast-growing team supporting leading Aerospace companies! If you are a highly motivated individual, a self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit and a genuine interest in technology, we have the perfect job for you!

Potential Job Functions:

• Lead daily stand-ups, Project/Line of balance (LOB) meetings
• Develop and track engineering project schedules
• Track schedule, commit dates & delivery of critical engine hardware
• Track/communication of action items
• Prepare project schedule variance and recovery plan
• Provide weekly progress updates on existing issues until items are closed
• Review issue logs on a daily basis and acknowledge and process new issues
• Manage/coordinate due dates on a weekly basis to prevent issues from becoming overdue
• Participate in internal team calls to engage help where needed to resolve issues
• Interact with multiple organizations and management levels
• Leverage internal contacts to drive issues to closure
• Prepare & present weekly & monthly reports

Preferred Skills

• 3-6 years of experience with Aerospace/Aircraft Engines
• Associate or bachelor’s degree or significant relevant experience
• 3-6+ years of experience leading (project management) of engineering or technically driven projects
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or other scheduling software
• Knowledge of engineering processes:
  • Engineering change process
  • Customer gated review process
  • Design reviews process

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Mostly Office Environments, Occasional Shop Floor involvement.
• Substantial amounts of telephone, video conferencing and computer work.
• Heavily Regulated Industries with strict adherence to procedures.
• Flexibility to meet business deadlines by staying late or arriving early.
• Typical 8 hour days plus lunch / 40 hour weeks / core (required) hours are 9AM to 4PM
• Ability to use personal transportation to visit customer locations
• Due to the nature of the work, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Location: Cincinnati, OH (Quest Defense & Customer site)

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Mostly office environments, occasional shop floor involvement.
• Independence/work without direct supervision
• Substantial amounts of video conferencing and computer work.
• Heavily regulated industries with strict adherence to procedures.
• Flexibility to meet business deadlines by staying late or arriving early.
• Typical 8-hour days plus lunch / 40-hour weeks / core (required) hours are 9 AM to 4 PM.
• Ability to use personal transportation to visit customer locations.
• Due to the nature of the work, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications

Pay Ranges

$70,000 - $85,000 USD

At Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don’t just build technology — we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart — not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we’re not just leading the industry — we’re revolutionizing it.

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This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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