Systems Engineer II - Project Engineer Verified today
About the Role
The Systems Engineer II provides entry-level engineering support and technical coordination for defense-related aerospace projects. You report to the Systems Engineering Manager within the Strategic Systems Engineering Department, based in Folsom, CA or Reno, NV.
What You Will Do
- Support technical planning and execution of assigned work packages on defense and aerospace projects
- Participate in Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings, capturing action items, minutes, and follow-ups
- Assist with maintaining integrated master schedules and milestone tracking in coordination with engineering and program management
- Support subcontract technical execution by tracking deliverables, coordination items, and interface information
- Assist in preparing statement of work (SOW) inputs for internal and subcontracted efforts
- Draft and maintain engineering documentation, including test plans, ECNs, and interface documents, for senior engineer review
- Track program deliverables, CDRLs, and contract requirements in accordance with established procedures
Basic Qualifications
You must have one of the following:
- Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, aerospace engineering, or related STEM field with 2 years of experience in project engineering, OR
- Master's degree in project engineering or related STEM field with 1 year of experience, OR
- 6 years of experience in project engineering in lieu of a degree, OR
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
You must also demonstrate:
- Basic understanding of the engineering project lifecycle, from requirements definition through verification and delivery
- Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and Integrated Master Plans/Schedules (IMP/IMS) concepts; training will be provided
- Exposure to the aerospace or defense industry, preferably on DoD and MDA programs
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for interfacing with multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to identify and escalate technical risks to senior team members
- Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn and accept direction
Preferred Qualifications
- Internship or co-op experience in aerospace or defense, or exposure to solid rocket motors or propulsion systems
- Familiarity with engineering management and project planning tools (Microsoft Project, Primavera, or equivalent)
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship required due to federal contract eligibility
- Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance
- Must comply with ITAR regulations
- Travel up to 5-10%, including occasional overnights to support customer reviews and test events
Compensation and Benefits
Base salary range: California $86,800-$128,000; Nevada $82,460-$121,600. This role is incentive plan eligible. Actual salary depends on experience, skills, and location.
Benefits include:
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with significant company contribution
- Flexible gym memberships with 12,700+ nationwide options
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match
- Company wellness programs
- Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources