Launched Effects Project Engineer

Overview:

JHNA is seeking a Project Engineer to support our Army Aviation customer within the Army Launched Effects (LE) Product Office. This position will require on-site/in person support at the Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL.

Roles/Responsibilities:

The role requires a strong understanding of systems engineering and project management principles, with a focus on complex systems involving LE Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UASs).

• Contribute to the efforts of multi-disciplined project teams to execute program goals.

• Provide technical leadership with Launched Effects, including component-level modifications and modernization.
• Monitor cost, schedule, and performance for technical activities, and test schedules.
• Provide technical leadership in the development of acquisition plans, scopes of work, performance work statements, and contract requirements packages (CRP).
• Investigate and resolve technical discrepancies, identify root causes, and lead the team to develop and implement corrective actions.
• Identify technical risks and issues and lead a team to develop effective solutions.
• Prepare written reports and briefings and formally present technical and programmatic information to senior management, program managers, and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate component modification and upgrade issues with other government agencies, ensuring seamless integration and communication.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including test reports, engineering change orders, and other acquisition-related documents.
• Support the build and testing of rapid prototypes to validate design concepts.

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or related field).
• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen with an Active Secret Clearance
• Demonstrated experience in the identification of technical risks and leading a team to develop a solution.
• Experience in performing Integrated Product Team (IPT) leadership on defense acquisitions programs.
• Strong experience preparing written reports and briefings and formally presenting to senior management.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications Desired:

• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA).
• Experience with UAS or missile systems development and/or fielding.
• Experience with payload integration (e.g., sensors, communication packages, kinetic effects).
• Familiarity with Guidance, Navigation, and Command and Control (C2) systems.
• Experience with military datalinks and communication protocols.
• Engineering experience with RADAR, Electronic Warfare, or Kinetic.
• Experience and understanding of the System of Systems Engineering processes and their application to the product life cycle.
• Experience with DoD acquisition processes, especially with rapid prototyping and fielding initiatives (e.g., Other Transaction Authority (OTA), Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)).
• Experience with the procurement of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) military hardware.
• Familiarity with DoD specifications and standards (e.g., MIL-STD).

JHNA is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employees. The salary range for this position is $170,000-$180,000.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. JHNA/TSA provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

JHNA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.