Project Engineer - Windsor Locks, United States - Butler America
Description
Project Engineer - Space Systems
Location: Windsor Locks, CT
Job ID: #69207
Pay Range: $28-33
Duration: 24months contract
Job Description:
Seeking a Project Engineer with a strong technical background to lead Engineering Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) in the Deep Space Portfolio in Space Systems. This position will take direction from the Engineering Leads in Lunar/Mars Transport Platforms, Lunar/Mars Orbital Platforms, or Lunar/Mars Surface Platforms. Deep Space hardware includes components for Active Thermal Control Systems (ATCS) and Environmental Control and Life Support Systems (ECLSS) for the Orion Spacecraft and for Gateway Lunar Space Station modules including the Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO). Pursuits include ATCS and ECLSS components for the Exploration Command Module (Mars Transit Vehicle), Gateway Airlock, Gateway International Habitat (I-HAB), Lunar Landers, and Pressurized Rover as well as Surface Power and Fuel Cells for Lunar Infrastructure.
Responsibilities
Drive world class project management process using integrated scheduling, earned value management, and risk and opportunity management
Work collaboratively with other Engineering disciplines (Systems, Software, Mechanical, and Electrical), Programs, Production, Quality and Supply Chain to develop an integrated execution plan to satisfy customer requirements across applicable operating conditions
Facilitate project tasks with the various functional organizations to ensure alignment with overall project objectives.
Track teams integrated execution performance to plan
Analyze, identify, and address execution problems, recommend and implement resolutions to ensure the successful completion of project(s)
Forecast project revenues, monitor costs, and re-estimate project costs monthly to maximize project profitability and ensure business objectives are met
Maintain and present plans and progress reports relating to business aspects of the project(s) to track progress and ensure that established targets are met.
Ability to balance demands of multiple projects
Work autonomously with limited oversight from manager
Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for field returns and production issues
Develop bids based on customer proposal requests
Participate in continuous improvement efforts for project execution efficiency
Champion superior ethical and professional behavior in all situations
The candidate will drive the execution of all engineering responsibilities on the program while meeting both internal and external customer expectations. Direct communication with customers will be required. This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written), technical experience, and the ability to work as cross-functional team member.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelors degree (typically in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations OR advanced degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience OR in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience is required
Must be a U.S. Citizen
This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with NASA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing
Preferred Qualifications
BA/BS in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering degree
MA/MS in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering or MBA degree
Experience in the design, development, and qualification of space-qualified ECLSS, thermal management, or similarly complex electro-mechanical systems
Exceptional organizational, analytical, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to multi-task and prioritize both daily issues and strategize longer term projects
Superior interpersonal and influencing skills, including coaching and mentoring of other engineering staff
Strong computer skills, MS Office, Windchill
Natural presence/comfortable presenting to internal and external customers
Ability to bring team members together and work problems to resolution
A desire to lead with the purpose of improving IPT performance
Benefits provided: 401K, medical, dental, and vision, sick time as applicable to state law. Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is proud to provide an equal opportunity workplace and be an affirmative action employer. Consider Butler because we are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We recognize that we thrive on diversity and inclusion for the benefit of our employees, our customers, and the communities where we are located. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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