Project Engineer

Own the Engineering. Lead the Launch. — Project Engineer needed! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Chris Gorman Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per year A bit about us: Are you an engineer who thrives at the intersection of technical depth and customer ownership? We are a trusted aerospace manufacturer seeking a Project Engineer to lead the development and launch of plastic fastening solutions for aircraft interiors - from initial customer requirements through production. This is a high-ownership role where your fingerprints are on the product from day one. You'll be the technical lead, the customer's go-to, and the engine that drives cross-functional teams to hit milestones on time. Why join us? What We Offer: Competitive base pay and overall compensation package Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Generous PTO, vacation, sick, and holidays Life Insurance coverage 401K Job Details What You'll Do Own NPI Projects End-to-End: Lead new product introduction from concept through production launch. Develop project plans, schedules, and technical deliverables — and drive them across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain without losing momentum. Be the Technical Face to Customers: Serve as the primary engineering contact throughout product development and production support. You'll attend design reviews, present solutions, and earn customer confidence every step of the way. Get Hands-On with Tooling & Injection Molding: Define mold tooling requirements, collaborate with toolmakers on design and validation, review mold flow analyses, and support process optimization and production qualification. This is not a desk-only role. Build & Maintain World-Class Documentation: Create detailed 3D CAD models, 2D engineering drawings, test plans, and compliance packages that meet rigorous aerospace standards and customer specifications. Solve Problems That Matter: Investigate and resolve manufacturing and quality issues, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, and delivery. Required Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace Engineering, or related field 3+ years of engineering experience in product development and manufacturing Hands-on experience with injection molded plastic components Proficiency in SolidWorks, CATIA, or equivalent 3D CAD software Ability to create and interpret 2D drawings with GD&T Excellent written and verbal communication Preferred Aerospace industry experience, particularly aircraft interiors or cabin systems Knowledge of AS9100 quality systems and aerospace certification requirements Experience with thermoplastic material selection and mold flow analysis Root cause analysis and corrective action experience Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy