Project Engineer, Principal

Wright

Santa Clarita, CA, United States
Base: $144,100.00 - $192,100.00 py; bonus/equity: ...
Onsite
Integrated master schedule (ims) management
Microsoft project proficiency
Defense or aerospace programs
Provide technical and program leadership for large, complex defense programs, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, customer requirements, and organizational priorities

Job Summary

  • Provide technical and program leadership for large, complex defense programs, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, customer requirements, and organizational priorities.
  • Own and drive execution of Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), proactively identifying risks, dependencies, and critical paths to ensure successful program delivery.
  • We Take Care of Our People Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Matching Summary

Provide technical and program leadership for large, complex defense programs, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, customer requirements, and organizational priorities.

Salary

Base: $144,100.00 - $192,100.00 per year; Bonus/Equity: potential bonus; Benefits: Paid Time Off, 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing, Health and Wellness Benefits, Learning and Development Opportunities, Referral Program, Competitive Pay, Recognition, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) management
  • Microsoft Project proficiency
  • Defense or aerospace programs
  • Technical and program leadership
  • Cross-functional team leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Continuous improvement initiatives
  • Systems-level thinking
  • High-pressure environments
  • Mentoring engineering talent

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
  • 12–15+ years of progressive engineering experience
  • Demonstrated success leading large-scale programs
  • Master’s degree or advanced technical certification preferred
  • Experience in risk management, cost control, and program execution frameworks (e.g., EVMS is a plus)

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