Program Engineer III

Description

Program Engineer III - " W-TRS" Orlando , Florida

Onsite Role-- This role is contingent upon Contract funding and award. Target date would be end of August if fully approved.

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

Project Engineering at V2X

Project Engineering is a specialized discipline within engineering that focuses on planning, managing, and executing projects. It integrates technical expertise with project management skills to successfully achieve project objectives. A strong understanding of the project life cycle and its deliverables is essential in this role. Project Engineers bring extensive experience in engineering, particularly in the development and execution of complex initiatives.

Role Overview

Are you ready to spearhead cutting-edge, mission-critical solutions? As a Project Engineer supporting the Engineering and Global Training Solutions team in Orlando, FL, you will play a pivotal role in preparing our armed forces for the U.S. government. From modifying aircraft with advanced mission systems to prototyping innovative technologies, you will drive high-impact projects that are critical to national defense.

This position presents a unique opportunity to work on multidisciplinary projects, collaborating closely with customers and stakeholders to tackle complex challenges with speed, adaptability, and technical excellence. You will have access to leadership development pathways, mentorship opportunities, and the chance to make direct contributions to mission success.

Key Responsibilities

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  Provide strategic leadership within the department, fostering a strong core capability in robust design and development to ensure efficient and effective results.

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  Collaborate with the Project Management Office to develop, estimate, structure, and oversee program execution as required.

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  Support all phases of the development process, guiding engineers in designing technical solutions and architectures, assisting systems engineers in defining requirements, and leading a multidisciplinary development team in modeling, designing, and testing new products.

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  Offer technical leadership to resolve production challenges, post-delivery failures, obsolescence concerns, and supply chain disruptions.

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  Leverage a broad technical background to lead cross-functional technical teams effectively.

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  Manage Technical Data Plan cost and schedule, overseeing supplier engagement throughout the development and sustainment lifecycle.

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  Develop estimates and project plans, ensuring smooth execution from initiation to completion.

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The job is located in Orlando, FL, with a strong preference for working in the office Monday through Friday. While some flexibility for remote work is acceptable, it is not considered a hybrid position.

Required Skills:

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  Proficiency in project planning tools, such as Microsoft Project, and scheduling best practices.

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  Working knowledge and experience in tracking project cost, schedule, and performance metrics.

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  Experience working/managing technical projects within compressed timelines.

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  Ability to evaluate technical risks, plan mitigations, and ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.

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  Ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary technical teams.

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  Communication skills to engage stakeholders, present technical information, and facilitate collaboration across teams.

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  Understanding configuration management and quality management principles to ensure compliance with processes.

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  Ability to synthesize technical and program data to identify and resolve complex challenges decisively.

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  Experience with risk and opportunity management throughout the product lifecycle.

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  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, and communication platforms.

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  Familiarity with Agile methodologies, including backlog creation and management in tools like Azure DevOps.

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  Basic understanding interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and documentation.

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  Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance.

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  U.S. Citizenship required for security clearance eligibility.

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Desired Skills:

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• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
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Education Requirements:

(10+BA/BS or 5+MA/MS) or (14+AA/No Degree)

Masters Degree in STEM or MBA preferred.

V2X is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment in which we recognize and value each other's differences as well as fostering a culture that promotes its core values: Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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