Senior Project Engineer Subject Matter Expert

i3 is seeking a Subject Matter Expert to serve as Senior Project Engineer with extensive experience in production, quality and configuration/data management to support an Army Air and Missile Defense program currently in the development phase. In this pivotal role, you will coordinate the technical program management efforts, ensuring comprehensive planning and documentation to meet established performance and production requirements as the program progresses toward initial production as well as acquisition milestone events.

• Proactively identify and address trends in production and performance parameters to mitigate potential issues early in the process. 
• Ensure rigorous planning and analysis during the development phase, setting the program up for long-term success as it transitions to production and fielding.
• Developing and overseeing production line validation events, supporting design reviews, and participating in production configuration audits.
• Conduct data analysis and report program results and conclusions formally and informally through technical reports, briefings, memos, and white papers.
• Provide active involvement in quality and configuration management, reliability aspects, supporting special analysis teams, Integrated Project Teams (IPTs), Production Readiness Reviews (PRRs), and Failure Review Boards (FRBs).
• Contribute to manufacturing planning, develop Statements of Work (SOWs), evaluate technical proposals, and conduct Department of Defense Manufacturing Readiness Level assessments.

• Bachelor’s degree (or Master’s) in an Engineering discipline and 15 plus years of relevant experience is required.
• Candidates must have a solid understanding of DoD 5000.
• Candidate must be experienced with Microsoft Office products.

• Subject Matter Expert with defense systems experience in the quality or production areas is preferred.

• Should have an understanding of systems engineering methodology and techniques.

• Must be able to think independently and be self-motivated, with proven organizational skills, ability to multi-task and support varied assignments. 

• Good communication skills are important, with a positive and friendly demeanor.

• Secret Security Clearance is required
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of office administration and procedures.
• Exceptional judgment capabilities and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and client service skills; ability to clearly communicate in discussions and written documents, and to deliver feedback clearly and tactfully.
• Interact with a diverse array of customers and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
• Work independently with accountability for accurate and complete results.
• Be extremely organized and exceptionally detail oriented.
• Work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Be energized by a fast-paced work environment.
• Must be able to communicate with others effectively.
• Analyze information and respond appropriately.
• Manage time wisely and prioritize tasks.
• Provide superior customer service.
• Multi-task in a pleasant manner.
• Work well under pressure.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.

Headquartered in Huntsville, AL, i3 is a national leader in providing innovative technical and engineering solutions to a broad customer base across the U.S. DoD. Specializing in missile and aviation engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic affects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, engineering analysis, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation.

• We were founded in 2007 with the intent to do business differently.
• Our focus is to leave our team members and customers better than we found them.
• Our ultimate goal is to strengthen our Nation and our warfighter.

Perks and Benefits at i3:

• 100% team member owned
• Outstanding insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Generous PTO
• Fun culture with company activities
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through our charitable organization, i3 Cares

We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!