Project Engineer

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Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision 401(k) and paid time off.

About Us

Precision Aerospace LLC is a Tier 1 aerospace manufacturer with more than 50 years of experience delivering high-precision components and assemblies from our Phoenix Arizona facility. We are looking for a Project Engineer to join our team and play a key role in supporting operations to ensure maximum production performance. We are dedicated to meeting challenging goals in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a strong culture of quality and teamwork.

Why Join Our Team

Come join our growing team where you will make a difference daily by helping strengthen our reputation for speed quality responsiveness and the ability to handle complex products. We are committed to exceeding customer expectations while providing opportunities for growth and maintaining a safe positive and collaborative work environment for all employees.

Position Summary

The Project Engineer is responsible for owning and driving technical engineering projects from concept through production with primary emphasis on hands-on engineering problem solving and execution on the production floor. This role ensures all technical requirements are met and engineering solutions are delivered on schedule. While project management capability is important it is applied in support of engineering executionnot as the primary function. The ideal candidate will have strong aerospace manufacturing expertise deep technical competence and the ability to coordinate cross-functional activities to keep programs moving efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering efforts from design and development through qualification and production release with direct involvement in technical problem solving and manufacturing support.
• Serve as the primary technical authority for assigned programs interfacing with internal engineering operations teams and external customers.
• Develop realistic project schedules and technical plans that drive engineering execution (project management as a supporting tool not a standalone focus).
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts between design manufacturing quality and supply chain to resolve engineering issues and maintain forward progress.
• Create review and approve engineering documentation such as drawings specifications and process instructions.
• Ensure all engineering deliverables meet customer regulatory and company requirements (AS9100 NADCAP etc.).
• Manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and maintain product lifecycle documentation with strong attention to technical accuracy.
• Support production ramp-up by diagnosing and resolving engineering issues on the shop floor; contribute to root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Communicate technical risks design decisions and project status to stakeholders in a clear engineering-focused manner.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Aerospace Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred.
• 8 to 10 years of experience in aerospace or precision manufacturing
• Proven experience managing technical projects from inception through completion.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks CATIA or NX Acceptable)
• Experience with project management tools (Asana MS Project Smartsheet or equivalent).
• Working knowledge of aerospace engineering standards (AS9100 GD&T material and process specs).
• Direct experience with manufacturing processes (machining assembly fabrications metal forming) and ability to troubleshoot process or design issues.
• MS Office Suite of Applications

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player with leadership capabilities.
• Experience presenting to customer and status of report outs

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification or formal project management training.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Knowledge of FAA DoD or customer-specific aerospace requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit stand or walk for extended periods while performing office and production floor duties.
• Must be able to occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Frequent use of hands fingers and arms to operate computers office equipment and inspection tools.
• Ability to visually inspect parts drawings and documents with close attention to detail.
• Must be able to work in both office and manufacturing environments which may include exposure to moderate noise machining equipment and airborne particles.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Precision Aerospace LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy gender identity and sexual orientation) national origin age disability genetic information protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local law.

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