Aerospace Senior Project Engineer

Hr Journals
  • Camden, New Jersey
  • Autofill and Review
30+ days ago

Job Description

Are you ready to take on a key role in the aerospace and defense industry? We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented, and results-driven professional to join our team as a Lead Project Engineer (Responsible Engineer Authority). In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced propulsion systems, support high-impact defense programs, and ensure smooth production operations through technical leadership and process optimization. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment where your expertise directly impacts mission-critical outcomes, this is your chance to make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and execute engineering projects supporting production programs.
  • Assess and resolve non-conformances in real time to maintain production flow.
  • Perform root cause analysis and develop corrective action plans.
  • Optimize processes to reduce waste, improve yield, and enhance efficiency.
  • Manage technical documentation and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, quality, manufacturing, and product management.
  • Provide engineering authority for material review and technical dispositions.
  • Train and support team members with technical expertise.

Requirements:

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering (required) or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 9 years of relevant project engineering experience (or 7 years with a Masters, or 13 years without a degree).
  • Strong knowledge of design, manufacturing, and testing processes.
  • Proficiency in CAD, GD&T, analysis, or materials (required).
  • Previous experience with root cause investigations and non-conformance resolution.
  • Familiarity with DFMEA/PFMEA, process optimization, and systems engineering principles.
  • Six Sigma Certification (preferred).

How to Apply:Interested? Just send a message.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

  • Would you be willing to obtain a US Security Clearance if required?

Work Location: In person

Numbers & Facts

LocationCamden, New Jersey

Skills

  • Aerospace Engineeringunmatched
  • Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
  • Corrective Actionunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA)unmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Document Managementunmatched
  • Engineeringunmatched
  • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancingunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Manufacturing Managementunmatched
  • Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
  • Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)unmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Product Managementunmatched
  • Production Supportunmatched
  • Productivity Managementunmatched
  • Project Engineeringunmatched
  • Propulsionunmatched
  • Quality Assurance Methodologyunmatched
  • Root Cause Analysisunmatched
  • Safety Complianceunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Six Sigma Certificationunmatched
  • Systems Engineeringunmatched
  • Technical Leadershipunmatched
  • Technical Operationsunmatched
  • Technical Writingunmatched
  • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
  • Testingunmatched

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