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Sr. Manager, Project Engineering

TampaFull-time2026-10-06 → 2026-11-10
On-site · United StatesSecurity clearance required

Core

Oversee a team of Project Engineers in the design, development, and sustainment of Unmanned Airborne Systems (UASs), combining 50% leadership with 50% hands-on technical execution.

Role type

Senior Manager, Project Engineering (Hybrid Leadership & Technical IC)

Builds

Unmanned Airborne Systems (UASs) for U.S. Government and partner nations

Domain

Aerospace & Defense

Required skills

Team leadership and mentorship, AS9100 standards compliance, Project planning and execution, Cost control and Earned Value Management, Risk management and root cause analysis, Technical engineering foundation (Mechanical/Electrical/Systems), CAD and PLM proficiency, Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) management

Preferred skills

Master's degree in Engineering, PMP certification, Experience in autonomous unmanned vehicles

Technologies

JIRA, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Teams, CAD tools, PLM systems

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of Control Account Managers (CAMs), Develop and manage detailed engineering project plans, Oversee CAMs for planning, cost control, and schedule management, Ensure engineering activities adhere to AS9100 standards, Deliver data-driven status updates to leadership and customers

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities