Systems Engineer II - Project Engineer

Voyager Technologies, Inc.
Folsom +1 more
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for entry-level engineers who coordinate technical execution and document processes in defense and aerospace projects, with a focus on detail and willingness to learn.

Best fit for

  • Entry-level engineers with a STEM background and interest in defense and aerospace projects
    — “The Project Engineer II is responsible for providing entry-level engineering support and technical coordination for defense-related projects under close supervision.”
  • Candidates with a clear understanding of engineering project lifecycle and a desire to work in a mission-driven environment
    — “Basic understanding of the engineering project lifecycle, from requirements definition through verification and delivery.”
  • Individuals who are self-motivated and capable of identifying and escalating technical risks
    — “Ability to identify and escalate technical risks to senior team members.”

Things to consider

  • U.S. citizenship is mandatory due to federal contract eligibility and clearance requirements
    — “S. Citizenship required due to federal contract eligibility”
  • Must be prepared to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
    — “Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance”
  • Travel up to 5-10% is expected, including occasional overnights
    — “Travel up to 5-10%, including the possibility of occasional overnights to support customer reviews and test events”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with integrated master schedules and milestone tracking in your resume and interview responses
    — “Assist with maintaining integrated master schedules and milestone tracking in coordination with engineering and program management”
  • Demonstrate your ability to draft and maintain technical documentation for senior review
    — “Draft and maintain engineering documentation, including test plans, ECNs, and interface documents, for senior engineer review”
  • Showcase your familiarity with EVM and IMP/IMS concepts, even if you need training
    — “Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and Integrated Master Plans/Schedules (IMP/IMS) concepts; training will be provided”
  • Emphasize your communication skills with multidisciplinary teams in your application materials
    — “Clear written and verbal communication skills for interfacing with multidisciplinary teams”
  • Include any relevant internship or co-op experience in aerospace or defense in your application
    — “Internship or co-op experience in aerospace or defense, or exposure to solid rocket motors, or propulsion systems”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • successful technical planning and execution of work packages
  • accurate tracking of program deliverables
  • positive feedback from senior engineers
Typical background
systems engineeringproject engineeringaerospace engineering

Skills & requirements

Required

Systems EngineeringProject ManagementTechnical CoordinationEngineering DocumentationCommunication SkillsAttention To Detail

Preferred

Earned Value ManagementIntegrated Master Plans

Stack & domain

Systems EngineeringAerospace EngineeringProject EngineeringEarned Value ManagementIntegrated Master Plans/schedulesEngineering DocumentationCommunicationTeamworkAttention To DetailProblem-solvingAdaptabilityDefenseNational SecuritySpace Technology

About the role

Original posting from Voyager Technologies, Inc. via Greenhouse

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. 

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies 

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.  

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. 

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager. 

The Project Engineer II is responsible for providing entry-level engineering support and technical coordination for defense-related projects under close supervision.

The position reports to the Systems Engineering Manager and is part of the Strategic Systems Engineering Department based in Folsom, CA. This role can also be based in Reno, NV.

In this role, the essential functions are:

Support the technical planning and execution of assigned work packages on defense and aerospace projects

Participate in Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings, capturing action items, minutes, and follow-ups

Assist with maintaining integrated master schedules and milestone tracking in coordination with engineering and program management

Support subcontract technical execution by tracking deliverables, coordination items, and interface information

Assist in preparing statement of work (SOW) inputs for internal and subcontracted efforts

Draft and maintain engineering documentation, including test plans, ECNs, and interface documents, for senior engineer review

Track program deliverables, CDRLs, and contract requirements in accordance with established procedures

If your experience aligns with our basic qualifications and you are inspired by our mission, we’d like to connect. If you don’t see the right role right now, Join Our Talent Community and stay connected as we continue to build what’s next.

Bachelor’s Degree in systems engineering, aerospace engineering, or related STEM field with 2 years of experience in project engineering OR Master’s Degree in project engineering or related STEM field with 1 year of experience OR 6 years of experience in project engineering in lieu of a degree OR High School Diploma or Equivalent

Basic understanding of the engineering project lifecycle, from requirements definition through verification and delivery

Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and Integrated Master Plans/Schedules (IMP/IMS) concepts; training will be provided

Exposure to the aerospace or defense industry, preferably on DoD and MDA programs

Clear written and verbal communication skills for interfacing with multidisciplinary teams

Ability to identify and escalate technical risks to senior team members

Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn and accept direction

Preferred Qualifications:

Internship or co-op experience in aerospace or defense, or exposure to solid rocket motors, or propulsion systems

Familiarity with engineering management and project planning tools (Microsoft Project, Primavera, or equivalent)

Travel, Physical and/or Government Mandated Requirements:

Travel up to 5-10%, including the possibility of occasional overnights to support customer reviews and test events

S. Citizenship required due to federal contract eligibility

Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance

Must comply with ITAR regulations

The good faith base salary range for this role is $82,460 – $128,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

This position is incentive plan eligible.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.  

Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees

Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll

401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 4% to help you build long-term financial security

Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being

Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources

The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.  

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran 

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice. 

California pay range$86,800—$128,000 USDNevada pay range$82,460—$121,600 USD

Source: Voyager Technologies, Inc. careers (Greenhouse)

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