Employer:Sonaca North America
Industry:Aerospace & Defense
Program Support:NAVAIR F/A-18 Fleet Support
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.
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.
This is a direct hire opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead sustainment-related engineering projects supporting F/A-18 aircraft
• Translate sponsor proposals into structured project execution plans
• Define project phases, responsibilities, and resource assignments
• Develop and maintain detailed schedules and staffing plans
• Conduct technical analysis, validation studies, and performance testing
• Monitor project performance and resolve schedule or scope issues
• Control scope and recommend corrective actions to leadership
• Prepare status reports, performance metrics, and executive summaries
• Serve as liaison between engineering teams, logistics personnel, and stakeholders
• Oversee engineering development efforts from concept through completion
Requirements
• Active Secret Clearance (required at time of hire)
• 3–10 years of engineering and/or logistics program/project management experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or relevant technical discipline
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience in structured, high-accountability environments
Preferred Experience
• Aviation maintenance or sustainment background
• Fleet readiness or depot-level operations experience
• Experience supporting NAVAIR programs
• Cross-functional engineering and logistics coordination
Core Competencies
Project Management
Engineering Sustainment
Schedule Development
Risk Mitigation
Technical Analysis
Stakeholder Coordination
Cross-Functional Leadership
Defense / Aerospace Operations
Work Environment
• On-site role at NAS North Island
• Office-based setting
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package may include:
• 401k with employer match
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Performance incentives
Employer is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Disability / Veterans employer.
This position is employed on an at-will basis. Responsibilities may evolve based on operational needs.
Applicants must apply through official employer channels. No financial commitments are required at any stage of the recruiting process.