Engineering Project Manager (Direct Hire – Secret Clearance Required)

We are seeking an Engineering Project Manager to support Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) F/A -18 & EA -18G Fleet Support Team operations at Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW), NAS North Island.
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This role oversees engineering sustainment projects supporting fleet readiness. The position requires strong project execution discipline, cross -functional coordination, and technical oversight within an aviation maintenance environment.
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Key Responsibilities<\/span>
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• Lead sustainment -related engineering projects supporting F/A -18 aircraft
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• Translate sponsor proposals into structured project execution plans
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• Define project phases, responsibilities, and resource assignments
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• Develop and maintain detailed schedules and staffing plans
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• Conduct technical analysis, validation studies, and performance testing
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• Monitor project performance and resolve schedule or scope issues
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• Control scope and recommend corrective actions to leadership
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• Prepare status reports, performance metrics, and executive summaries
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• Serve as liaison between engineering teams, logistics personnel, and stakeholders
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• Oversee engineering development efforts from concept through completion
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Requirements<\/h3>

• Active Secret Clearance (required at time of hire)
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• 3–10 years of engineering and/or logistics program/project management experience
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• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or relevant technical discipline
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• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
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• Experience in structured, high -accountability environments
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Preferred Experience<\/span>
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• Aviation maintenance or sustainment background
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• Fleet readiness or depot -level operations experience
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• Experience supporting NAVAIR programs
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• Cross -functional engineering and logistics coordination
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Core Competencies<\/span>
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Project Management
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Engineering Sustainment
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Schedule Development
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Risk Mitigation
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Technical Analysis
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Stakeholder Coordination
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Cross -Functional Leadership
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Defense / Aerospace Operations
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Work Environment<\/span>
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• On -site role at NAS North Island
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• Office -based setting
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• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods
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Benefits<\/h3>

Comprehensive benefits package may include:
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• 401k with employer match
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• Paid time off
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• Tuition reimbursement
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• Performance incentives
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Employer is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Disability / Veterans employer.
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This position is employed on an at -will basis. Responsibilities may evolve based on operational needs.
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Applicants must apply through official employer channels. No financial commitments are required at any stage of the recruiting process.
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