Senior Project Engineer IPT Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Pay Range: $68.00hr - $73.00hr

Job Overview:

This position is for a Project Engineer / IPT Lead leading development programs within the engineering organization. The role is responsible for leading multi-disciplined engineering teams in the proposal, design, development, and delivery of next-generation products. As an integral part of a fast-paced environment, the successful candidate is a key decision maker, leader, mentor, and motivator to the engineering team.

Essential Functions:

• Serve as the key interface between the engineering team and program management departments.
• Ensure all technical performance, cost, and schedule goals on the program are met.
• Act as an advisor to senior management and customers on advanced technical studies and applications.
• Identify and manage program technical risks.
• Establish schedule, resource, budget, and tool requirements for tasks.
• Ensure engineering processes are followed on projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or Computer Science with a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience (inclusive of 1 year of leadership experience), or a Graduate Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience, or 10 years of prior related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active DOD Secret Security Clearance.
• 4+ years of experience and knowledge in developing, proposing, managing, implementing, and testing products and system solutions in power systems or related areas, including naval power or power conversion systems, military production products with complex electro-mechanical assemblies, and production product lifecycle management.
• 4+ years of experience in temperature, humidity, shock, and vibration testing and certification.
• 1+ years of experience in leadership and direct participation in technical proposal development, cost estimation, and manpower planning.
• Previous Department of Defense (DOD) engineering development experience.
• Requirements analysis and definition experience.
• Earned Value Management (EVM) and Control Account Manager (CAM) experience.
• 2+ years of experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools.
• 2+ years of experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tools.
• Experience leading software engineering projects.

Degree/Certification Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required.

Nice-To-Haves (Hard Skills):

• Experience with OPTRO (formerly AuditBoard) is helpful.
• Experience working within a publicly traded company.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Technical Master's degree (e.g., MSEE, MSCS, MSSE).
• Experience using Product Development Process and methodologies (ISO 9001 compliant processes).
• Experience with Agile Development Methodology (Hardware/Software).

Benefits:

Our Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer : Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Systems

Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.

As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.