Project Engineer

LHH is seeking a Project Engineer for a Direct Hire, Permanent Placement position with an aerospace manufacturing client located in Indianapolis, IN. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performing team that specializes in the highest-quality and most precise products on the market. The organization is known for its commitment to innovation, technical excellence, and delivering one-of-a-kind solutions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The compensation is commensurate to experience and will range between $100-115K per year plus bonus and includes comprehensive benefit and insurance plans, generous Paid Time Off, and a 401K plan with a company match.
***Due to government regulations involving defense contracts, candidates must possess U.S. Citizenship in order to be considered for this position. Candidates without valid U.S. Citizenship need not apply.***
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead quoting, kickoff, and execution of custom projects from start to finish
  
• Oversee testing processes for components in dedicated test environments
  
• Monitor project timelines and adjust schedules using ERP and project management tools
  
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and defense-related manufacturing protocols
  
• Develop work instructions and initiate job routing documentation for production
  
• Manage a handful of concurrent low-volume, high-precision projects at a time
  
• Interface directly with customers to provide weekly updates and technical support
  
• Collaborate with engineering teams to communicate project requirements and constraints and coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet delivery and quality expectations
  
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across production and project workflows
  
• Maintain accurate documentation and records for all project phases
  
• Resolve technical challenges and provide creative solutions for first-time builds
  
• Track and report project metrics to internal stakeholders
  
• Participate in customer meetings to review specifications and clarify deliverables
  

QUALIFICATIONS
***Due to government regulations involving defense contracts, candidates must possess U.S. Citizenship in order to be considered for this position. Candidates without valid U.S. Citizenship need not apply.***

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering is required with a preference in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Industrial Engineering
  
• Minimum of 3+ years of project management experience within the aerospace and/or defense manufacturing industry is required
  
• Must have experience managing projects for new product development and/or product testing
  
• Must have experience with customer-facing roles and technical communication
  
• Ideal candidates will have experience with low-volume, high-complexity aerospace components
  
• Ideal candidates will have the ability to interpret and apply GD&T principles
  
• Must have experience utilizing an ERP system and project scheduling tools such as Excel and/or Microsoft Project
  
• Must possess strong time management and organizational skills ed
  

If you or someone in your network fit this profile and would like to apply for this Project Engineer position in Indianapolis, IN then please submit your application alongside your resume using the link in this posting. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Pay Details: $100,000.00 to $115,000.00 per year
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.