Engineering Project Lead

Job Description Job Description Job Summary The Engineering Project Lead is responsible for leading engineering-driven aerospace and defense projects from concept through production support. This role combines technical leadership, customer coordination, project execution, manufacturing integration, and regulatory compliance oversight. Key Responsibilities · Lead engineering projects involving aerospace cable assemblies, electronics integration, and manufacturing support activities. · Coordinate engineering schedules, technical deliverables, and cross-functional project execution activities. · Serve as the primary engineering interface with customers, suppliers, manufacturing personnel, and executive management. · Develop and maintain engineering drawings, procedures, work instructions, and technical reports. · Support prototype development, first article builds, and production transition activities. · Coordinate troubleshooting, RCA, CAPA, and technical issue resolution. · Support configuration management, document control, and traceability requirements. · Ensure compliance with AS9100D, ITAR/EAR, OSHA, IPC, and customer-specific requirements. Required Qualifications · Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Physics, or related technical discipline (preferred). · Minimum seven (7) years of engineering, technical leadership, or aerospace manufacturing experience. · Demonstrated experience leading engineering projects or technical teams. · Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation. · Working knowledge of aerospace cable manufacturing, electronics integration, and production support activities. · Experience with project scheduling, technical coordination, and risk management. · Strong written and verbal communication skills. · U.S. Citizenship (required under ITAR/EAR). Preferred Certifications · Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred). · AS9100 Internal Auditor training or certification (preferred). · IPC/WHMA-A-620 familiarity or certification (preferred). · Root Cause Analysis and CAPA training (preferred). Employment Conditions This is a full-time, on-site position (40-hour standard work week). This position is offered with a 6-month probationary period. Applicants seeking subcontract or remote work will not be considered. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening, any applicable pre-employment medical assessments, and our multi-stage interview and assessment process. Why Work at ProtectedLogic? ProtectedLogic Corporation is a forward-looking aerospace and defense manufacturer that values real manufacturing skill, judgment, and accountability. We recognize that many critical tasks—such as custom cable assembly, precision testing, and configuration-driven builds—depend on hands-on expertise that cannot be reliably automated. At ProtectedLogic, artificial intelligence is used responsibly to support documentation, traceability, scheduling, and compliance—always under direct employee oversight. You will work in an environment that: - Preserves long-term, skill-based manufacturing and engineering roles - Uses AI to reduce clerical burden, not replace employee expertise - Treats AS9100, ITAR/EAR, and DCAA compliance as core operating disciplines - Values craftsmanship, adaptability, and continuous technical relevance Benefits Summary · 6 Paid Holidays annually · 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match · Health Insurance · Dental Insurance · Accrued Vacation · Paid Sick Leave This position is part of a small, team-oriented company supporting government and defense-related contracts. Due to the nature of our work, professionalism, reliability, confidentiality, and adherence to company and client requirements are essential. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of background screening, verification of work authorization, and the ability to meet applicable contract, security, or compliance requirements. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and value a respectful, collaborative, and safety-focused workplace.