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Project Engineer 5

PDS Defense Inc.

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Long Beach, CA
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PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer 5, in Long Beach, CA. Job ID#217052

Pay Rate: $102 - $108/hr

Job Description:

The C-17 Avionics and Development team is currently looking for an Experienced Staff Engineer to join their team in Long Beach, CA. This organization supports the C-17 Program, the world's premier military airlift capability.

We are looking for an experienced Staff Engineer to support the Avionics and Development IPT Director and Leadership team. This position will provide leadership, strategy and execution of team goals. You will integrate and coordinate efforts independently within the team and across the broader organization. The purpose of this role will be to bridge the gap between strategic business goals, tactical execution and overarching technical objectives. You will be responsible for cross-team integration, complex problem solving, communicating (up, down and across), presenting, and mentoring junior teammates. You are accountable for stakeholder/customer happiness and success.

Required Skills:
• 10+ years of experience with leading complex technical, strategic and organizational projects
• Experience with development projects through all phases of Hardware and Software development, test and qualification
• Strong ability to influence, collaborate and communicate
• Critical analysis and problem solving skills across system, hardware and software architectures

Preferred Skills:
• Military aircraft program experience
• USG, Aerospace and/or DoD/DoW projects
• Experience working within a matrixed reporting organization
• Familiar with PMBOK concepts and their practical applications, including EVMS
• Knowledge of Agile development methodologies
• Strong leadership, team building and mentoring skills

Education / Experience:

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 14 or more years' related work experience (e.g. PhD+9 years' related work experience, Master+12 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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About Us
PDS Defense offers talent acquisition and SOW/Engineering solutions in the aerospace, defense, machinery, communications, energy, technology, and service industries. We’re focused on developing strong, lasting relationships with our customers to deliver creative and comprehensive solutions that support their talent acquisition strategies. Our flexible business model allows us to provide not only solutions for contract and direct opportunities, but also offload engineering design services, SOW projects, and more. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top firms, PDS Defense ensures fulfillment of your human capital needs by delivering quality talent in minimal time. We also have one of the best records for contractor longevity among staffing agencies. That translates into more stable workforces, smoother operations, and better results for our customers. If you’re looking for a talent acquisition partner that is as focused on your success as you are, PDS Defense is the answer.
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