Project Engineer- Onsite Position-Defense

We have an opportunity for a Project Engineer to join our team in Santa Clarita, CA!

As our Project Engineer you will lead the engineering team in executing the project plan, performs a variety of software and/or hardware engineering activities of an analysis, design or test nature. Participates on project teams and tracks progress against the Integrated Management Schedule (IMS). Plans, conducts and may supervise research, development or installation of products and systems in conformance with engineering design and customer specification. Engineering activities support both domestic and international products/services.

Location: Santa Clarita, CA-Onsite

Salary: $ 82,200.00 - $109,600.00 per year plus potential bonus

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in CA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge

Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.

Confer with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information.

Develop, coordinate, and monitor all aspects of production, including selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication, and operation of product designs.

Write performance requirements for product development or engineering projects.

Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications.

Study processes to determine where and how application of equipment can be made.

Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.

 Assist in developing the structural design of products, and provide feedback to design engineers on customer problems and needs.

 Design test control apparatus and equipment and develop procedures for testing products.

Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations to maintenance crew.

Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair to ensure that machines and equipment are installed and functioning according to specifications.

 Track project schedule and costs with working knowledge of MS Project.

 Report schedule escapes and cost overruns to management.

Estimate costs and submit bids for engineering, construction, or extraction projects, and prepare contract documents.

Establish and coordinate the maintenance and safety procedures, service schedule, and supply of materials required to maintain machines and equipment in the prescribed condition.

What You Bring

Strong leadership skills. 

Ability to organize diverse groups into cohesive, functional units with clear purpose.

Excellent communicator, including ability to listen to conflicting ideas.

Able to work across functional boundaries to resolve cross-functional issues.

Who We Are

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Integrated Systems in Santa Clarita prides itself on experience, expertise, and low risk solutions. Our primary focus is understanding the technical challenges our customers face and creating partnerships in order to provide a high TRL solution. 

Some of the services we provide are:

System-level architecture

Highly skilled program management

Industry-leading engineering services

Turnkey system design

Production capabilities that range from early prototype phase through volume production

To learn more visit: https://www.curtisswrightds.com/about/company/locations/santa-clarita 

No unsolicited agency submittals please.  Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal.  Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.  

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. 

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.