Project Engineer

Location: Kingsport, Tennessee, United States

Category: Engineering & Technology

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description
BAE Systems, one of the world's leading defense contractors, has an opening for a Project Engineer. The Project Engineer will lead various multi-discipline engineering teams on a variety of design and construction projects. This position will report to the Senior Chief Engineer at the Holston Army Ammunition Plant in Kingsport, TN.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage functional requirements for projects.
• Technically lead the engineering staff assigned to the specific Modernization programs in the design, development and commissioning activities. Responsible for overall technical viability to requirements as well as successful completion of engineering tasks on the assigned projects.
• Create the technical development plan and overall engineering tasking. Lead the technical team in meeting schedule within budget and providing regular progress updates.
• Lead technical design team in the application of BAE Systems Life Cycle Management processes and methods.
• Provide technical risk management for the project. Coordinate the technical aspects of the Modernization programs with the overall team.
• Lead internal engineering or external suppliers in the development of drawings, statements of work, and specification packages for procurement of equipment or services.
• Support the transition to production following commissioning.
• Prepare budgetary and engineering estimates for individual tasks, project phases, and new proposal support.
• Supervise subcontractor work to assure satisfactory performance of the scope of work.
• Prepare schedules regarding assigned technical tasks and provide status on tasking.
• Prepare work flow schedule and process task duration estimates.
• Assist the project manager in development of the budget, approval of purchase requisitions and of invoices.
• Performs other duties as required.

This role requires regular presence in a manufacturing or fabrication environment. The incumbent must be able to access and safely navigate production areas which may include climbing, kneeling, stooping, and working in confined spaces. Must also be able to comply with all requirements including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with company policy.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical field required; mechanical, systems, civil of chemical engineering degree preferred
• 8+ years related experience, including 5 years of experience in engineering design, development, and / or commissioning
• 2 years in an engineering technical project leadership position
• Must be able to effectively communicate and interface with various functional departments and customers
• Must be able to foster a positive and inclusive work environment
• Must be able to effectively use Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Proficiency in AutoCAD suite software

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience in plant capital sustainment or expansion projects - including industrial construction or modernization efforts
• Experience in the chemical process industry or energetics industry
• Experience with proposal development
• Understanding and experience within cross-functional teams
• Experience with Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) methodology and substantiating task estimates #LI-Onsite #LI-JR1

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $108787 - $184937

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.