Project Engineer I / Project Engineer II - Mission Systems

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The Engineering Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the organizational talent and technical leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.
Project Engineer I / Project Engineer II - Mission Systems
This leadership position is for an experienced engineer or manager who can provide leadership to the Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) team by managing the cost, schedule, risk, and systems engineering for a Space-based System.
What You'll Do:

• Systems Project Engineer role is approximately 70% management and 30% technical.
• Provide team leadership, communication, and coordination.
• Work with Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) Team to identify and manage risks and opportunities.
• Provide coordination with partners and customers.
• Manage the Change Control Process.
• Lead the SEIT team in managing deliverable items to the customer.
• Lead the SEIT team in preparing for major program reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, PSR).
• Technical writing (proposal development, contractual elements).
• Prepare and give presentations to peers, management and customers.

• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

What You'll Need:

• Project Engineer I - BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 8 or more years related experience.
• Project Engineer II - BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 12 or more years related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e. Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• 8 or more years (Project Engineer I) and 12 or more years (Project Engineer II) experience in payload systems, spacecraft systems, management or test preferred.
• Previous earned value management experience is required.
• Familiarity with systems engineering processes, including requirements development, requirement allocation, change management, verification and validation.
• An understanding of all aspects of planning, scheduling, risk management, and team leadership.
• A good technical foundation for Space-based Missions - satellites and ground systems.
• A desire to learn - our culture fosters intellectual curiosity in a highly collaborative environment.
• Effectiveness in small teamwork environment with broad responsibilities and minimal oversight.
• Experience establishing relationships with key personnel within customer community.
• Superb presentation skills with experience presenting to senior decision making and technical audiences.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between Ball campuses and other possible non-Ball locations may be required.
Working Conditions:

• Ball Aerospace is a drug-free workplace, which is imperative to the health and safety of all employees and is required as a condition of receiving contracts from federal agencies. Please remember that regardless of the legalization of marijuana in Colorado and other states, possession and use continues to be illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act. This includes the use of some CBD products. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment.

• Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
• May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
• May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.
Relocation for this position is available.
Compensation & Benefits:

• HIRING SALARY RANGE FOR PROJECT ENGINEER I: $137,500 - $173,500 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)
• HIRING SALARY RANGE FOR PROJECT ENGINEER II: $154,000 - $194,500 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)
• This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, copy and paste https://bit.ly/3pNSnxv into your browser or visit our careers site.

US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED
Ball Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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