Aerospace Manufacturing Project Engineer

PPG

Project Engineer managing industrial construction projects for aerospace manufacturing. Leading project management from budgeting to execution at multiple sites with a focus on compliance and safety.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeSylmar • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage industrial construction projects from inception to completion.
Develop project plans and schedules, ensuring alignment with client expectations and company goals.
Oversee project budgeting, estimating, and purchasing activities to ensure cost-effective operations.
Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
Implement and maintain standard operating procedures (SOP) for project management.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards throughout the project lifecycle.
Manage complex multiple facet projects along with managing multiple million-dollar projects.
Manage client relationships and provide regular project updates to stakeholders.
Handle change orders and document control, ensuring accurate records are maintained.
Prepare and review submittals, shop drawings, and project closeout documentation.
Must be able to communicate to various levels of management.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Construction, or Manufacturing Engineering required.
3+ years' experience in Project Management within chemical, aerospace, industrial commercial construction.
Ability and willingness to travel to multiple manufacturing sites within the US and potentially overseas, up to 25%.
In-depth understanding of budgeting, estimating and project control methodologies.
Familiarity with design / build process, commercial / industrial construction standards and or Front End Engineering process (FEL 0-3 stages).
Proficient in project management software.
Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics.
Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health
Dental
Life
Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation & Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Disability/Leave
Other Voluntary benefit offerings

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Hard Skills & Tools

Project ManagementBudgetingEstimatingChange Order ManagementDocument ControlBlueprint InterpretationSOP ImplementationProject SchedulingCost ControlDesign/Build Process

Soft Skills

CommunicationClient Relationship ManagementStakeholder EngagementTeam CoordinationProblem Solving