Senior Project Engineer

Sierra Space

. Lead and execute medium-sized technical projects .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeLouisville • Colorado • United StatesSenior💰 $143,700 - $197,609 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive technical expertise in engineering disciplines, project management, and risk management while effectively leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions within budget and schedule constraints.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementTechnical LeadershipRisk ManagementCost/Schedule ManagementCross-Functional Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Engineering DesignTechnical EvaluationProject BudgetingRisk and Opportunity ManagementCost/Schedule ManagementTechnical EstimationTrade StudiesContinuous ImprovementProject ExecutionSupplier Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationStrategic ThinkingConflict ResolutionMentorshipInnovation

Tools & Technologies

MS ProjectPrimaveraCAD SoftwareEngineering Design ToolsPLMAgile MethodologiesLean Methodologies

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Engineering SolutionsProgram ManagementKey Performance IndicatorsTechnical Performance MetricsDevelopment Life CycleStakeholder ManagementSupplier Statements of WorkMedium-Sized ProjectsCross-Functional TeamsTechnical Concepts

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and execute medium-sized technical projects
Ensure successful integration of engineering solutions and drive team innovation
Oversee engineering project design, development, and implementation
Manage programmatic functions while meeting technical, quality, cost, and schedule constraints
Serve as a bridge between Engineering and the Program Office
Lead medium-sized cross-functional teams and balance technical and programmatic constraints
Provide technical estimation support for Bases of Estimates, proposals, and contracts
Conduct trade studies and lead technical evaluations
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers
Develop and manage supplier Statements of Work
Address supplier issues and create return-to-green plans for supplier schedules
Support Program Management Teams through Risk Management and Cost/Schedule management
Interface with customers and stakeholders and coordinate across engineering and functional teams
Communicate technical concepts, plans, and actions verbally and in writing
Deliver project status updates, Key Performance Indicators, and Technical Performance Metrics to leadership
Drive innovation and continuous improvement
Facilitate conflict resolution and represent stakeholder perspectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree, or Master's degree plus 6 years of experience
Typically 8+ years of related experience
Strong technical foundation with demonstrated leadership capabilities
Understanding of key programmatic disciplines, such as Cost/Schedule management
Ability to lead medium-sized cross-functional teams and projects
Extensive technical expertise and experience in the relevant engineering discipline
Proven track record of successfully leading technical teams through project execution
Strong project management skills, including handling complex engineering design evaluations and resolving issues
Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills
Progressive experience managing projects across the entire development life cycle
Expertise in project management techniques and processes, including EVMS, CAM, or equivalent
Expertise in implementing and executing effective risk and opportunity management
Ability to work and communicate with technical and specialty subject matter experts across functional disciplines
Clear verbal and written communication of technical concepts, plans, and actions
Preferred: PMP certification; systems engineering and integration; MS Project or Primavera; CAD software and engineering design tools; industry standards and regulations; PLM; Agile and Lean methodologies; project budgeting; managing multiple projects; innovation and continuous improvement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
Life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
Personal and professional development opportunities
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities