Project Engineer II

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Project Engineer II overseeing aerospace systems integration projects for SNC's Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance sector. Leading project activities from design to delivery with technical oversight and customer interface.

Posted 5/5/2026full-timeLone Tree • Colorado, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $165,010 - $226,889 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
Provide technical oversight and guidance to project teams, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
Act as a primary point of contact for external customers on technical matters, ensuring their requirements are met.
Prepare comprehensive status reports, including progress updates, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.
Identify project issues, develop resolution plans, and implement contingency strategies.
Proactively seek opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in project management.
Develop and manage risk identification, documentation, and mitigation planning.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
10+ years' experience in engineering roles with at least 2+ years in a leadership role
Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience
4-6 years relevant leadership and/or project management experience
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
Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
tuition reimbursement
annual incentive pay based upon performance

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementrisk managementrequirements managementsystem designintegrationengineering principlesprocess improvementbudget managementschedule managementtechnical oversight

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationproblem-solvingcollaborationcustomer servicestrategic thinkingadaptabilitycritical thinkingteam managementinterpersonal skills

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in EngineeringSecret U.S. Security Clearance