Systems Engineer III - Project Engineer

Systems Engineer III - Project Engineer

Folsom, CA or Reno, NV

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we're building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what's next. And we're doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You'll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We're a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

Job Summary:

Project Engineer III provides engineering leadership, technical coordination, and planning support for defense-related programs. This role operates with moderate supervision, demonstrating increased independence in managing day-to-day engineering tasks and cross-functional integration. The engineer acts as a key technical liaison between disciplines, program management, suppliers, and stakeholders to help ensure technical objectives, schedules, and deliverables are achieved in accordance with program goals.

Responsibilities:

• Support the technical planning and execution of assigned defense and aerospace engineering projects
• Assist in the development and maintenance of integrated master schedules as well as milestone plans and work packages in coordination with program and engineering teams
• Participate in and support cross-functional Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
• Coordinate basic engineering inputs across disciplines (mechanical, electrical, systems, software)
• Assist with identification and tracking of program risks and opportunities
• Contribute to the development of engineering project plans and integration activities
• Help develop and maintain statements of work (SOWs) and support subcontract management
• Assist in trade studies, hardware procurement planning, and make/buy analyses
• Support preparation for and participation in design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and customer meetings
• Draft and review engineering documentation including test plans, ECNs, and interface documentation
• Ensure adherence to program deliverables, CDRLs, and contract requirements under guidance

Required Qualifications:

• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance
• Proven ability to support engineering projects through the full lifecycle—from requirements definition to verification and delivery
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset
• Solid technical foundation and demonstrated engineering judgment
• Self-motivated with attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset
• Effective in customer interaction, communication, and basic stakeholder coordination

Experience:

• 4-7 years of experience in project engineering, systems engineering, or related technical discipline
• Background in aerospace or defense industry, preferably supporting DoD or MDA programs
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and basic project scheduling tools (IMP/IMS)
• Exposure to Control Account Management or similar cost/schedule accountability roles
• Proficient in applying systems engineering methodologies and processes within the DoD acquisition framework (e.g. DoD product development lifecycle, DoD 5000)
• Prior experience working with cross-functional engineering teams and interacting with government or prime contractors is a plus

Education:

• Required: Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical, electrical engineering, or related STEM field from an accredited college/university
• Preferred: Master's degree in systems engineering or a related discipline is desirable and may substitute for 1 year of experience from an accredited college/university

Skills:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills for working across disciplines and supporting stakeholder engagement
• Ability to support technical risk identification and tracking under guidance
• Familiar with Microsoft Office tools including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, and Project
• Organized and able to contribute to documentation, configuration control, and schedule management

Others:

• Must be able to travel up to 10% for program and customer support
• Must be comfortable working in secure or classified environments, as required
• Able to work in a structured, fast-paced engineering environment
• Capable of supporting multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Dedicated to quality, accountability, and mission-focused teamwork in national defense applications

Voyager offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you're not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran