Project Engineer

Job ID: 114925

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Job Summary

Naval Power Systems is seeking a driven, technically capable Project Engineer to help deliver high-impact power solutions supporting the U.S. Navy and other critical defense missions. In this role, you will turn complex engineering requirements into coordinated, executable programs - working across engineering disciplines, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and program management to deliver reliable systems on schedule.

If you thrive at the intersection of technical problem-solving and project execution, enjoy bringing teams together around a shared objective, and want your work to make a meaningful difference, this is an opportunity to build solutions that matter.

What You Will Do

As a Project Engineer, you will serve as a key technical leader throughout the product and program lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead technical planning, coordination, and execution for assigned engineering projects and product deliverables.

• Translate customer, system, and program requirements into actionable engineering plans.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues, manage risks, and keep projects on track.

• Coordinate design reviews, technical documentation, verification activities, and engineering change efforts.

• Monitor technical scope, schedule, cost, and performance commitments; communicate progress and risks clearly to stakeholders.

• Support the transition of designs from development through qualification, production, and sustainment.

• Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, product performance, quality, and manufacturability.

• Foster strong collaboration among internal teams, suppliers, and customers while maintaining a mission-focused mindset.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.

• 5+ years of experience supporting engineering projects, product development, systems integration, manufacturing, or program execution in a complex technical environment.

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables.

• Ability to communicate technical information effectively to both engineering and non-engineering audiences.

• Experience working in cross-functional teams and influencing outcomes without direct authority.

• A proactive, detail-oriented approach to identifying risks, resolving issues, and driving results.

• Experience in defense, aerospace, marine, power systems, electromechanical systems, or other highly regulated industries.

• Familiarity with configuration management, requirements management, engineering change processes, and product lifecycle management.

• Project management experience or certification.

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and design-for-manufacturability principles.

Build the systems that keep the mission moving. Apply today.

U.S. Citizenship required. This position may require an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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