CareerPlan

Systems Engineer II - Project Engineer

Folsom, CAFull-time$82k2026-10-13 → 2026-11-11
Based in United StatesSecurity clearance required

Core

Provide entry-level engineering support and technical coordination for defense and aerospace projects under close supervision.

Role type

Entry-level project engineer (defense/aerospace)

Builds

Defense and aerospace mission-critical solutions

Domain

Defense, National Security, Aerospace

Required skills

Engineering project lifecycle management, Earned Value Management (EVM), Integrated Master Plans/Schedules (IMP/IMS), Statement of Work (SOW) preparation, Engineering documentation (test plans, ECNs, interface documents), Contract requirements tracking, Risk identification and escalation

Preferred skills

Engineering management and project planning tools (Microsoft Project, Primavera), Solid rocket motors or propulsion systems exposure

Technologies

Microsoft Project, Primavera

Responsibilities

Support technical planning and execution of assigned work packages, Participate in Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings, Assist with maintaining integrated master schedules and milestone tracking, Support subcontract technical execution by tracking deliverables, Assist in preparing statement of work (SOW) inputs, Draft and maintain engineering documentation, Track program deliverables, CDRLs, and contract requirements

Seniority

Entry-level, supervised IC