Project Engineer

National Center for Defense Manufacturing & Machining (NCDMM)

Project Engineer leading advanced manufacturing projects for NCDMM’s Department of Defense customers in El Paso. Managing budgets, schedules, customer relationships, proposals, and technical reporting.

Posted 8/6/2026full-timeEl Paso • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management within the Department of Defense and advanced manufacturing sectors, with a strong focus on budget management, customer relationship development, and technical report writing. Proficient in leading teams and executing projects while ensuring quality and adherence to timelines.

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Project ManagementDepartment of Defense ExperienceManufacturing Operations KnowledgeTechnical Report WritingMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementBudget ManagementCost Proposal DevelopmentStatement of Work DevelopmentManufacturing Processes KnowledgeQuality ReportingTime ManagementCustomer Relationship ManagementBusiness Opportunity IdentificationTechnical Communication

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationTeam CollaborationProactive ApproachDetail-Oriented

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeMicrosoft Project

Industry Keywords

Department of DefenseAdvanced ManufacturingProject ExecutionCustomer ExpectationsE-Verify Eligibility

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, lead, and execute multiple technical projects for Department of Defense customers within defined scopes and budgets
Develop statements of work, cost proposals, and project timelines for new business opportunities
Coordinate project time management and budgets up to $1.0 million
Develop and manage project costs before and after award
Delegate tasks and execute assignments within budget and schedule
Expand customer and partner networks within the advanced manufacturing ecosystem
Develop and mature customer relationships while meeting or exceeding customer expectations
Identify new business opportunities among existing and new customers
Travel as required, with less than 30% travel expected
Work with managers and contract authorities to ensure quality project reporting on budgets and progress milestones
Communicate and collaborate with customers, management, engineers, and technicians

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. degree in engineering or a related engineering technical area with 3–5 years of relevant experience, or an associate degree in engineering or a related engineering technical area with 15 years of relevant experience
Minimum 3–5 years of experience leading and managing projects
Consistent career achievement, including supervision of material and labor project budgets
Proven ability to generate quality reports
Experience working in a manufacturing environment with knowledge of manufacturing operations and processes
Experience working in Department of Defense project and manufacturing environments
Strong oral and written communication skills, especially technical report writing
Ability to work with little oversight; proactive and confident approach
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Ability to communicate at technical and non-technical levels for the intended audience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Project
Must be eligible to work in the United States and complete E-Verify verification
Detail-oriented, adaptive, self-starting, and high-energy approach

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional and personal development opportunities
Equal opportunity employment
Eligibility verification through E-Verify for work authorization