Job Title: Project Engineer

Job Description

Are you looking for an exciting career in the defense and aerospace industry? This opportunity offers a chance to work with a company recognized worldwide for its innovative spirit and excellence in the design and manufacture of integrated cockpit and avionics solutions, and state-of-the-art displays for the commercial and military aviation markets. The Project Engineer will play a pivotal role in organizing, coordinating, and controlling all stages of assigned projects, focusing on both hardware and software development of certified, non-certified, and military aircraft systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering estimates and development plans.
• Lead engineering project teams in respect to budget, schedule, and ensure quality deliveries.
• Execute the engineering development plan, identifying and anticipating potential problems.
• Collaborate with other departments such as Program Management, Certification, Safety & Reliability, Quality, and Manufacturing.
• Maintain engineering work standards and processes.
• Evaluate technical risks, mitigation, and contingency plans.
• Produce and present progress reports for management review.
• Support continuous product improvements and innovation.
• Coordinate technical aspects of the entire project, managing the project budget, and tracking deliverables.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer or Software Engineering, or Computer Science.
• 5-7 years of project management experience in managing or producing complex projects related to software/hardware systems.
• Demonstrated understanding of requirements management for hardware and/or software systems.
• Experience with International Trade Compliance or Export Control.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with DO-254 and DO-178 military standards.
• Aerospace background preferred.
• Working knowledge of FAA TSO, FARs, AC, and STC regulations and procedures.
• Proficiency in Primavera or Microsoft Project.
• Private pilot’s license or military background/flight experience is a plus.

Work Environment

The position is based in the Chicago area, with a flexible work schedule of three days in the office and two remote. Candidates must be willing to come on-site five days if needed.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Naperville,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.