Project Engineer – Advanced Structures

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. Manage configuration and change activity for assigned platforms, including KC-390, F-15/Gridlock, and Pods Programs .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeChula Vista • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $118,300 - $224,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Configuration Management Processes and Development Engineering, with a strong focus on managing engineering changes and coordinating technical communication across multiple functions. Proficient in utilizing PLM systems and supporting aerospace solutions development.

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Configuration Management ProcessesDevelopment EngineeringProject EngineeringTeamcenter PLM SystemsCustomer Service Experience

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Hard Skills

Engineering Change ReviewConfiguration Control Board ManagementAerospace Solutions DevelopmentAdditive ManufacturingEngineering Drawing Release

Soft Skills

Technical CommunicationCross-Functional CoordinationProblem Solving

Industry Keywords

Military PlatformsSustaining Engineering2D DrawingsEngineering Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage configuration and change activity for assigned platforms, including KC-390, F-15/Gridlock, and Pods Programs
Prepare for and follow up on Configuration Control Board items and coordinate associated engineering actions
Review engineering changes for applicability, implementation readiness, and downstream impact
Coordinate technical questions and data requests with Design, Manufacturing, Quality, Aftermarket, Data Management, and external partners
Research legacy engineering and configuration records to resolve open issues and support correct engineering definition
Support engineering drawing and package release activities, ensuring proper configuration control and documentation
Support BOE, NRE estimates, ROMs, and proposal-development activities for sustaining and new customer requests
Perform applicability and read-across reviews across legacy military platforms and related product families
Coordinate engineering technical communication with multiple customers to ensure alignment on requirements
Develop complex interior and exterior aerospace solutions using advanced materials and additive manufacturing as part of the Advanced Structures team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
Understanding and familiarity with Development Engineering, Project Engineering, and Configuration Management Processes
Front-facing customer service experience
Strong ability to communicate technical content and coordinate across multiple engineering and operations functions
Experience in Development Engineering and Project Engineering preferred
Familiarity with sustaining-engineering workflows for military platforms and 2D drawings preferred
Experience with Teamcenter or equivalent PLM systems preferred
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
No security clearance required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
Carrot Health for hormonal health, fertility, and family building
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program
Short-term and long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee Scholar Program
Paid time off and holidays
Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs