Senior Project Engineer (Active Clearance Required)

Reference: 85347-369524Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market. Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems (KUAS), a division of Kratos Defense, is renowned for its expertise in developing, delivering, integrating, and supporting high-performance, cost-effective, jet-powered Unmanned Aerial Systems (Targets and Tactical). As a mid-tier defense contractor, we've demonstrated agility and innovation in providing aircraft to the US military and global allies and partners. Our track record of delivering top-notch jet-powered subscale targets has established us as a go-to defense contractor capable of delivering capabilities at an affordable price. At KUAS, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our team collaborates to cultivate a supportive and dynamic workplace, fostering creativity and promoting professional development while honoring personal and family lives. Join our team and help shape the future of unmanned technology within the defense industry today!GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:In support of the technical vision of the product line, the Senior Project Engineer provides technical planning and leadership for assigned project(s) through the design, development and implementation activities from product definition and planning through production to release and end of life. For assigned project(s), the Senior Project Engineer is the design authority; the external and internal customer technical representative; responsible for defining the technical approach, resource requirements and execution of project/program tasks, with a focus on the coordination of internal engineering activities.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Has technical design authority for assigned projects within the technical vision and roadmap of the product line as defined by the overarching design authority For project(s)/contract(s) without Project Engineer assignments, performs the Project Engineer rolesLeads the development of program planning technical strategies, technical cost estimates, evaluation of alternatives, risk management, logistics management, cost-performance trade-offs, preparation of data, status updates and presentations at customer reviewsManages complex, multi-system, multi-discipline engineering projects working in a hands-on capacity and coordinating cross functional team activities to ensure completion of the project on time and within budgetDevelops project requirements from contract scope and provides technical solutionsServes as the central resource with design, process, manufacturing, test, quality and business development as the product moves to production working closely with lead engineer to ensure competent technical design is completed in a timely mannerWorks with the program management on assessing customer requirements, developing technical solutions, and the integration of requirements into the product line design and leads design reviewsProvides team leadership and coaching:Provides team with a vision of the program technical objectivesCreates an environment oriented to trust, open communication, creative thinking and cohesive team effortFacilitates problem solving and collaborationEnsures discussions and decisions lead toward closureDirects execution and problem resolution across the engineering team on assigned program(s):Knows and understands all technical contractual requirements and how they are allocated across the program Integrated Product Team (IPT) structure, if IPTs are applicableCoordinates with internal and external customers as necessaryEnsures the engineering team is familiar with and compliant with the company’s and the customer’s needs, specifications, design goals, the development process, design standards, techniques and tools to support task performanceMaintains a system-level perspective on the project and facilitates communication across the team to eliminate conflict and maximize efficiencyEnsures deliverables that are prepared to satisfy program requirements are technically compliant with applicable requirements, delivered on time, and meet cost objectivesCoordinates team logistics:Lead/manage various integrated project teams on assigned projectsWorks with IPT Leads (IPTL) and functional management to obtain necessary resources to support the resource requirementsCoordinates the review, presentation and release of designs, drawings, analysis, and other documentation to support requirementsCoordinates with the Program Manager (PM) and functional management to discuss program impediments or issues / delays in completing tasksMonitors and reports technical status, task accomplishments and direction.Acting as or working closely with the Control Account Manager (CAM) or Project Engineer, monitors, and coordinates status reporting of IPT activities against the program plan: technical scope, cost and scheduleSupports Project Engineer(s) with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) inputs for assigned projects, if required by the projectKeeps the overarching design authority informed of task accomplishments, issues, solutions, and statusEscalates issues which cannot be resolved at the IPT level and works with the Chief Engineer and Program Manager to determine and implement a resolutionProvides guidance to the engineering team based on management directionImplements execution of company engineering processes. Complies with released processes and provides feedback on engineering process improvementsIntegrates Customer, Subcontractor and Company requirements and efforts related to the program to ensure overall successInterfaces Subcontractors / Suppliers as required and in coordination with Supply Chain ManagementReviews deliverables with Program Manager for content and qualityWorks cross-functionally as a project leader to achieve program requirementsInterfaces with peer Sr. Project Engineers, Chief Engineers, Program IPT Leads, as well as functional management and engineering teams / personnel.Provide mentorship to Project Engineer(s) and team membersAssists in accomplishing human resource strategies by communicating and enforcing values, policies, and procedures; mentors engineers assigned to project, providing performance input to the appraisal of employees, and reviewing/recognizing job contributionsOther duties may be assignedParticipates in achieving the technical objectives of the company’s product line design strategy working closely with Chief Engineers or other Sr. Project Engineers to ensure the design strategy is in line with the product line visionSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:No direct reportsAchieves results through leading IPTs or engineers assigned through a matrixed environmentCOMPENSATION:$135,000 - $170,000 AnnuallyBenefitsMedical, Dental & Vision Insurance CoverageLife/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance401(k) Savings PlanEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Paid Time-Off (PTO)HolidaysEducation Reimbursement