Job Description
An employer is seeking multiple Chief Project Engineers for a long-term opportunity in the Plano, TX area. The Chief Project Engineers will operate as a hands-on technical and program lead, owning the day-to-day execution of assigned programs from design through integration, test, and demonstration. On a weekly basis, they will build and manage detailed schedules using MS Project, define and adjust scope across rolling three-month planning cycles, and coordinate closely with cross-functional engineering teams (systems, electrical, hardware, and software) to ensure progress toward key milestones. They will track labor, material costs, and staffing plans against forecasts, working alongside Control Account Managers to monitor actuals versus budget and make real-time adjustments as needed. The role requires a strong understanding of EVMS principles, including CPI and SPI, and the ability to perform monthly variance analysis while contributing to program reviews and financial reporting. Additionally, the engineer will lead ongoing risk management activities, conducting regular risk assessments across cost, schedule, and technical execution and driving mitigation strategies throughout the lifecycle of the program. From a technical standpoint, they will lead integration and test planning efforts, guide high-level validation activities, and ensure readiness for customer demonstrations. Candidates will regularly interface with internal stakeholders and external customers, contribute to cost generation and technical write-ups, and continuously adapt program plans based on evolving priorities. This role will start fully onsite in Plano, TX to support ramp-up and collaboration, with flexibility to transition to a hybrid schedule over time, operating on a 9/80 work schedule. Familiarity with Cameo as well as RF/Radar background for systems modeling is considered a strong plus.
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Required Skills & Experience
10+ years of engineering experience with at least 3+ years in a Chief Project Engineer, IPTL, or Project Engineering leadership role supporting complex programs
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional engineering teams (systems, electrical, hardware, software) through design, integration, and test phases (not production-heavy environments)
Strong background in RF / Radar or high-speed digital systems, with hands-on exposure to integration and test planning/execution
Proven experience managing program cost, schedule, and performance using EVMS principles, including CPI/SPI tracking and monthly variance analysis
Advanced proficiency with MS Project for building and managing detailed schedules, along with experience tracking labor, materials, and forecast vs. actuals
Active security clearance required, with the ability to work onsite in Plano, TX to start (transitioning to hybrid) and operate within a 9/80 work schedule
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.