Project Engineer

Reference: PR/612241_1790709050Aerospace & Defense ProgramsLocation: Morristown, NJLead Critical Aerospace Programs from Proposal to QualificationOur client is a well-established aerospace and defense manufacturer whose products support mission-critical operations across military and commercial aviation platforms worldwide. They are seeking a Project Engineer to take ownership of complex engineering programs, serving as the link between customers, engineering, operations, supply chain, and testing teams.This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys driving programs forward, collaborating across multiple functions, and having direct visibility with customers. You'll be involved throughout the entire product lifecycle, from proposal development and planning through qualification testing, design reviews, documentation, and final delivery.Unlike traditional design engineering positions, this role offers a unique blend of technical engineering, project leadership, customer interaction, and program execution.What You'll DoLead engineering projects from proposal through qualification and product deliveryCoordinate activities across engineering, manufacturing, quality, testing, and supply chain teamsServe as a primary technical point of contact for customers and program stakeholdersSupport qualification efforts, test planning, procedures, reports, and technical documentationParticipate in design reviews and ensure project requirements are successfully executedTrack schedules, action items, deliverables, budgets, and project milestonesSupport proposal development for new business opportunitiesManage engineering changes and configuration updates throughout project executionAssist with troubleshooting activities, failure investigations, and corrective action effortsHelp drive projects to completion while maintaining customer expectations and delivery commitmentsWhat We're Looking ForBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline4-8 years of engineering experience within aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, or highly regulated industriesExperience coordinating cross-functional engineering projectsStrong communication and customer-facing skillsExperience supporting testing, qualification, verification, validation, or product development activitiesStrong organizational and project management abilitiesAbility to manage multiple priorities and drive programs forward in a fast-paced environmentU.S. Citizenship or U.S. Person status requiredPreferred ExperienceAerospace or defense industry experienceQualification or environmental testing experienceDesign review participation (PDR, CDR, etc.)Proposal development or bid support experienceFamiliarity with configuration management and engineering change processesExperience working with military, aviation, or mission-critical productsIf you're an engineer who enjoys coordinating complex projects, working directly with customers, and helping bring advanced aerospace products from concept to reality, we'd love to speak with you. This is an opportunity to step into a highly visible role with meaningful technical responsibility and long-term growth potential within a growing aerospace organization.