Staff Project Engineer

What you will do:

• Lead the standing up of an integrated test asset from concept to operation.
• Coordinate cross-functionally to ensure that the test asset is provisioned with the equipment in accordance with the requirements.
• Assure that the test asset is configured as designed and specified.
• Conduct design reviews as required.
• Assure that the test asset documentation is complete and correct; this includes specifications, design, and operation & training manuals.
• Deliver the test asset in time to support the test program master schedule.
• Plan all activities and equipment deliveries in accordance with the test program master schedule.
• Coordinate activities for specification definition, design, procurement, assembly, commissioning and operation.
• Coordinate with Facility and IT teams as required.
• Source and manage external suppliers.
• Contribute towards the development of efficient tools and processes to be implemented within the team and across IPTs. 
• Act as a scrum leader

What you have done:

• B.S. or M.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering degree.
• 8 years of relevant work experience
• Experience on aircraft verification program including test for certification credit
• Experience with integrated test facilities including iron birds, systems integration test beds, hardware in the loop environment
• Knowledge of aircraft system architectures, avionics, and high voltage power distribution.
• Experience managing complex test program and multi-functional teams
• Familiarity with Agile scrum methodology

Desired:

• Experience working with high voltage battery operation and propulsion
• Familiar with communication protocols (Ethernet, A429, RS-485)
• Familiar with aerospace processes and standards: e.g. ARP4754A, DO-178C, DO-254 
• Strong engineering fundamentals and hands-on experience
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, startup environment. 

Who you are:

• Strong project management skills
• Problem-solving abilities with a detail-oriented approach
• Ability to multitask and effective time management skills
• Highly motivated, self starting individual with a broad set of skills and never afraid of facing complex technical challenges
• Safety-conscious and solution-oriented individual with a strong analytical mindset
• Strong communication skills and can easily tailor your communications to suit the audience
• Ability to handle ambiguity and to change course as needed to achieve early results in a timely fashion
• Motivated by difficult challenges and eager to make commitments and deliver results