Senior Project Engineer

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Senior Project Engineer managing complex engineering projects in aerospace and national security sectors. Leading project teams and mentoring junior engineers to ensure technical excellence and timely delivery.

Posted 6/13/2026full-timeLone Tree • Colorado, Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $189,761 - $260,922 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex engineering projects, ensuring alignment with business goals
Provide advanced technical guidance and problem-solving support to project teams
Interface with senior leadership and external stakeholders to communicate project status and address concerns
Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks and resolve project issues effectively
Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
Identify opportunities for process optimization and lead initiatives to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
12+ years experience in engineering roles with at least 4+ years in a leadership role
Advanced knowledge of engineering principles and practice
Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development team
Comprehensive 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, and 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

engineering principlesrequirements managementsystem designintegrationproject planningproject executionrisk mitigationprocess optimizationproblem-solvingtechnical guidance

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationmentoringteam collaborationcontinuous learningstakeholder engagementstrategic thinkingproject managementinterpersonal skillsadaptability

Certifications

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