Project Engineer Sr - E3

Standard Job Description

This is a Program Planning role. We are seeking a candidate that will be integral in the facility activation planning as the facilities identify what capabilities are required, what equipment is needed, what infrastructure mods need to occur, etc. This role will coordinate cross‑functional teams, develop schedules, track deliverables, and ensure compliance with safety, security, and regulatory requirements throughout the MK7 reentry lifecycle at SWFLANT, Kings Bay. The candidate will prepare and coordinate plans and schedules to communicate the production requirements for our facility. Develop process flows and participate in process modeling exercises. Identify issues and concerns and evaluate impact to operations..

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and milestones for MK7 reentry campaigns.
• Coordinate with engineering, test, safety, security, and logistics teams to align resources and timelines.
• Track progress against key performance indicators (KPIs) and generate status reports for senior leadership.
• Identify risks, recommend mitigation strategies, and maintain a risk‑register.
• Facilitate regular project meetings, capture action items, and follow up on deliverables.
• Support budget tracking, cost‑benefit analysis, and resource forecasting.
• Assist in the preparation of technical briefings, go/no‑go reviews, and post‑mission assessments.

The ideal candidate will have experience with Microsoft Office applications, effective communication skills and the ability to close action items.

If you have a strong background in manufacturing operations, program planning, and project management. We encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of manufacturing, operations, production, or planning environments
• Exceptional communication skills (verbal, presentation, written)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance. Interim Secret required prior to start.

Desired Skills

• Minimum 2 years of FBM or SWF experience.
• Proven analytical skills
• Prior production/manufacturing experience
• High quality/error free output
• Working knowledge of production systems, manufacturing systems, or SAP applications.
• Computer proficiency and ability to learn new software applications.
• Documented ability to work independently and with a group.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs and requirements.