Lead hardware engineering project management for Modernized M-Code GPS receiver development in a hybrid role based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Create and maintain hardware development project plans covering schedule, cost, and risk management
Define project scope and establish measurable objectives
Provide technical leadership to Design Engineers and program teams
Develop and maintain key planning artifacts including Basis of Estimates (BOE) and the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
Build a resource requirements matrix to support execution planning
Produce and manage program status reporting and briefings for inter and external stakeholders
Support contract efforts with vendors and suppliers through technical guidance
Apply industry best practices, techniques, and standards across the full project lifecycle

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related engineering discipline
Engineering project management experience
Hands-on hardware development experience, including schematics, PCB layout, and mechanical design
Demonstrated ability to deliver projects within scope, budget, and timeline
Strong analytical skills plus written and verbal communication ability
Experience executing projects through the full development lifecycle
Ability to obtain a DoW Secret clearance
Ability to work on-site in Cedar Rapids, IA

PMP® certification or an equivalent project-management credential
Direct experience with GPS/M-Code systems
Hardware engineering experience supporting product development
5+ years of engineering project-management experience across a full product lifecycle
Experience leading multi-disciplinary hardware teams (leadership of 5+ engineers)

Organized and able to manage multiple component tasks and assignments
Excellent written and verbal communication, with strong interpersonal skills across customers, peers, management, and suppliers
Results-oriented with the flexibility to adjust priorities to meet critical milestones
Actively identifies ways to improve execution speed and effectiveness
Able to influence cross-functional teams and build consensus among diverse stakeholders

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings accounts
401(k) savings plan
Disability coverage
Life and accident insurance
Employee assistance program
Legal plan
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal and state sick leave
Employee recognition program with monetary or non-monetary awards
Discounts (home, auto, pet insurance)

Senior Project Engineer – Military GPS Hardware Development

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