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Voyager Technologies · 3 months ago

Project Engineer III

Reno, NV

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $140K/yr

4+ years exp

Voyager Technologies is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing transformative solutions. The Project Engineer III provides engineering leadership and technical coordination for defense-related programs, ensuring that technical objectives and program goals are met.

AerospaceInfrastructureSpace Travel

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Support the technical planning and execution of assigned defense and aerospace engineering projects

Assist in the development and maintenance of integrated master schedules as well as inchstone plans and work packages in coordination with program and engineering teams

Participate in and support cross-functional Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)

Coordinate basic engineering inputs across disciplines (mechanical, electrical, systems, software)

Assist with identification and tracking of program risks and opportunities

Contribute to the development of engineering project plans and integration activities

Help develop and maintain statements of work (SOWs) and support subcontract management

Assist in trade studies, hardware procurement planning, and make/buy analyses

Support preparation for and participation in design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and customer meetings

Draft and review engineering documentation including test plans, ECNs, and interface documentation

Ensure adherence to program deliverables, CDRLs, and contract requirements under guidance

Qualification

Project EngineeringSystems EngineeringAerospace EngineeringEarned Value ManagementDoD Acquisition FrameworkMicrosoft OfficeInterpersonal SkillsAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

U.S. citizenship required due to government program requirements

Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance

Proven ability to support engineering projects through the full lifecycle—from requirements definition to verification and delivery

Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset

Solid technical foundation and demonstrated engineering judgment

Self-motivated with attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset

Effective in customer interaction, communication, and basic stakeholder coordination

4-7 years of experience in project engineering, systems engineering, or related technical discipline

Background in aerospace or defense industry, preferably supporting DoD or MDA programs

Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and basic project scheduling tools (IMP/IMS)

Exposure to Control Account Management or similar cost/schedule accountability roles

Proficient in applying systems engineering methodologies and processes within the DoD acquisition framework (e.g. DoD product development lifecycle, DoD 5000)

Prior experience working with cross-functional engineering teams and interacting with government or prime contractors is a plus

Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical, electrical engineering, or related STEM field from an accredited college/university

Effective written and verbal communication skills for working across disciplines and supporting stakeholder engagement

Ability to support technical risk identification and tracking under guidance

Familiar with Microsoft Office tools including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, and Project

Organized and able to contribute to documentation, configuration control, and schedule management

Must be able to travel up to 10% for program and customer support

Must be comfortable working in secure or classified environments, as required

Able to work in a structured, fast-paced engineering environment

Capable of supporting multiple projects and shifting priorities

Dedicated to quality, accountability, and mission-focused teamwork in national defense applications

Preferred

Master's degree in systems engineering or a related discipline is desirable and may substitute for 1 year of experience from an accredited college/university