Contract

Project Engineer

Support development, testing, and coordination of electromechanical systems in aerospace and defense projects.

Job #136680
Manufacturing
Tempe, Arizona

Talascend is currently seeking a Project Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in Tempe, Arizona.

Overview

Seeking a project engineer to support the development, testing, and qualification of electro-mechanical actuation systems used in defense and more electric aircraft applications. The role combines engineering execution with project coordination responsibilities and is suited for candidates with approximately 3+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, mechanical engineering, or electronics development.

Responsibilities

  • Support project execution, schedules, milestones, and technical deliverables.
  • Coordinate development activities across engineering teams.
  • Perform technical problem solving, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including test plans, procedures, and reports.
  • Analyze test results and support validation and verification activities.
  • Interface with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
  • Assist with risk management, metrics reporting, and project tracking.
  • Support design validation through build and test activities.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or related engineering discipline.
  • 3+ years of engineering experience.
  • Experience with product development, testing, or qualification activities.
  • Mechanical design and/or electronics/circuit card design experience.
  • Root cause and corrective action experience.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Project, integrated master schedules (IMS), or project coordination activities.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and team collaboration skills.
  • Aerospace, defense, electromechanical systems, EVMS, or manufacturing experience is a plus.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform the duties of this position through relevant experience, training, or education.

This is a day shift position.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.