Project Engineer

• Serves as the program’s technical authority, responsible for overall technical design, system architecture, and hardware/software integration
• Reviews, approves, and provides technical direction on requirements, specifications, designs, test plans, and technical milestones
• Ensures hardware/software integration issues are identified, tracked, and resolved through appropriate corrective actions
• Oversees engineering release processes to ensure technical integrity, configuration control, and compliance with program requirements
• Ensures final delivered products accurately represent the target aircraft platform and meet all contractual and technical requirements
• Coordinates and directs engineering activities across small- and large-scale training device programs within a matrixed organization
• Identifies technical risks, integration challenges, and resource constraints
• recommends solutions
• Communicates technical status, schedule impacts, and risk mitigation strategies to Program Management and other stakeholders
• Provides engineering support during manufacturing, integration, test, and acceptance phases
• Participates as a presenter or technical reviewer in internal and external program reviews
• Builds and supports high-performing, multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Provides technical guidance, mentorship, and oversight to engineers
• Works collaboratively with functional engineering groups, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and other departments
• Serves as the program’s primary technical representative during in-plant and on-site customer acceptance activities
• Interfaces directly with customers, subcontractors, and vendors to resolve technical issues
• Supports new business development and proposal efforts by contributing technical expertise, designs, cost inputs, and technical narratives
• May serve as a technical proposal lead on assigned pursuits
• Represents ASI engineering at relevant third-party stakeholder meetings and technical forums

• Minimum of 7 years’ engineering experience
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience developing complex hardware/software systems
• Minimum of 3 years’ direct experience as a Project Engineer in flight-based training/simulation systems (Preferred)
• Experience leading and managing engineering teams
• Experience working with customers and product managers to identify needs and translate into technical requirements, with a focus on government customers
• Strong background in software development (Preferred)
• Experience with simulator design, development, integration, and testing (Preferred)
• Experience in the flight simulation industry standards and regulatory requirements (Preferred)
• Must be able to effectively lead teams in a matrix environment
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers
• Ability to adapt communication style and messaging to different audiences
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
• Ability to work in a project-oriented, fast paced environment to meet deadlines
• Knowledge of formal software development practices including the use of software configuration management, coding standards, and style guides
• Proficiency in common business software (Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook, Power Point, Excel, Visio, SharePoint)
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Software, Computer, Aerospace, Marine, or related discipline) from an accredited institution is strongly preferred
• In lieu of a degree, a combination of equivalent military, aerospace, aviation or industry experience demonstrating progressive technical leadership and system integration expertise may be considered
• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Must be able to successfully pass an initial background screening
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance
• Must be able and willing to travel domestically and, on occasion, internationally
• Must be able to perform normal office duties (sitting for long periods)
• Must be able to travel CONUS/OCONUS via multiple types of transportation
• Must be able to climb stairs to enter and exit a simulator

Advanced degrees (M.S. or higher) in Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field are a plus but not required

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flexible work environment
• Generous paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Industry competitive compensation
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• 401k