Project Engineer II

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we're applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force's (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you're passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here .

Are you looking to use your engineering capabilities, project management and collective skills in your next position? We could use your expertise on our team! We are seeking a Project Engineer II to lead the engineering support team for a high-visibility airborne command and control program's aircraft modification and testing activities. This role requires expertise in managing multidisciplinary engineering projects, particularly those involving system integration, instrumentation design, and ground/flight test support. You will be responsible for coordinating technical efforts, ensuring on-time delivery of engineering solutions, and maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers supporting aircraft instrumentation and test activities, including ground and flight test operations.
• Oversee the design and integration of instrumentation systems for test aircraft, ensuring compliance with program requirements and industry standards.
• Develop, review, and approve engineering documentation, including special instructions, test procedures, and modification drawings.
• Coordinate across internal teams (systems, hardware, software, test, and manufacturing engineering) to support the execution of project milestones.
• Serve as the primary engineering point of contact for test activities, collaborating closely with program management, customers, and external stakeholders.
• Track project progress, resolve technical issues, and manage risk throughout the engineering lifecycle.
• Ensure all engineering work aligns with safety protocols, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support configuration management and change control processes for all test-related deliverables.
• Participate in technical reviews, design reviews, and readiness assessments for ground and flight test phases.
• Provide technical input for resource planning, schedule development, and cost estimation.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years' experience in engineering roles with at least 2+ years in a leadership role.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in aerospace, defense, or a similar high-reliability engineering environment.
• Thorough knowledge of engineering principles and practice.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development team.
• Detailed understanding of requirements management, system design, and integration.
• Prior experience leading or managing engineering teams supporting aircraft modification and/or test programs.
• Hands-on experience with instrumentation design, test planning, and execution for ground and flight test activities.
• Working knowledge of systems engineering processes, configuration management, and regulatory compliance (e.g., FAA, DoD standards).
• Proficiency with engineering software/tools and project management platforms.
• Active Secret or higher U.S. Security Clearance, or the ability to obtain one.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• 4-6 years relevant leadership and/or project management experience.
• Experience with advanced project management tools and methodologies.
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
• Experience leading a multi-disciplinary design and development team and communicating with program management and customers.
• Familiarity with preparation and development of project estimates, technical proposals, and program cost and schedule management.
• Past history of leading baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting, including the use of highly integrated trade studies and analysis of alternative.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics, parts lists, specifications, instructions and test procedure.
• Experience or certification in International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) standard.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.

Essential Functions:

• Occasional travel to customer or field locations may be required.
• Ability to work primarily in an office or hybrid environment.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.
• Prolonged periods of working on a computer.
• Hand and finger dexterity for computer use.
• Capability to work in potentially hazardous environments when visiting project sites.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.