Project Engineer

We are a fast-paced business with ambitious growth plans; so if you are dedicated, enthusiastic and always seeking ways to improve, you'll enjoy a career with us!

Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world's aviation leaders. Ontic's Creedmoor, NC, site is home to a number of specialist companies within the Ontic Group, including Firstmark, Twin Commander, and Metro Merlin. With over 1,300 employees across four time zones and seven sites, we have more than doubled in size since 2019 and are continuing to grow at pace.

Our team is looking for a Project Engineer to join them. You will report to the Engineering Manager and will have an onsite work structure in Creedmoor, NC.

To be considered for the Project Engineer opening, here's what you'll need to bring with you:

• B.S. Degree in Engineering, or related technical discipline, preferably related to the aviation sector
• At least 3 years On aircraft Twin Commander technical experience
• Subject matter expert in various technical fields
• Ability to maintain great personal/professional relationships
• Can plan long term events
• Highly preferred to have experience in a technical setting with Twin Commander aircraft
• Outstanding communicator, exceptional leader, and top-tier strategist
• Experience maintaining technical control of various engineering projects with the utmost attention to detail, while outlining timelines and milestones

As a Project Engineer, you will:

• Provide SME input to issues arising during the project that are within your ability
• Maximize project efficiency and overall goal achievement
• Determine project specifications and acquire the necessary materials for completion
• Develop scope and parameters for project design and implementation
• Identify responsibilities and delegate accordingly throughout each phase and element of the project
• Develop and control the full project-plan lifecycle with key stakeholders of the project
• Develop technical publications as appropriate for the Twin Commander aircraft.
• Provide Technical Support for the Twin Commander aircraft.
• Work with engineering manager to establish project objectives, methods, and performance standards
• Perform research and analysis on key issues and roadblocks of the project that allow you to either solve the issue or directly task a resource to solve the issue for you
• Prepare a schedule of necessary support and personnel requirements to complete project
• Hold kickoff meetings and communicate accordingly to collect all initial and follow-on data for project
• Monitor project performance by establishing goals, timelines, and milestones
• Inform engineering manager promptly of any schedule changes, and work closely with all stakeholders to ensure requirements are met
• Oversee purchase request/orders, budgets, scheduling, and project data, reporting out regularly
• Manage relationships with all parties, operators, vendors, government authorities, internal value steam, etc. to ensure you have all the information necessary to make informed decisions on the project outcome
• Frequently check-in on key deliverables. Designate what needs to be addressed daily, weekly, monthly, and set reminders/meetings to ensure the cadences are established
• Assist with technical support for the Twin Commander aircraft type based on operator requests.
• Your time will be split across: (70% technical and 30% project management)
  • Technical Support: This refers to answering operator questions about Twin Commander aircraft issues that are technical in nature. Answer communications, research drawings, parts lists, etc.
  • Technical Publications: This refers to your work within the Twin Commander program for technical document research, authoring documents, attending FAA meetings, etc.
  • Research: This includes evaluation of drawings, reports, standards, etc. that are technical in nature and necessary for the completion of engineering projects.
  • Coordination includes meetings and communication with key stakeholders and resources to control project outcomes
  • Project Management includes utilizing methods such as Gannt charts, Waterfalls, Risk Registers, etc. in tools like Excel, Planner, MSPOL, etc. to control project movement and focus resources on milestone completions

Our Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave
• Company 401K plan with up to 4% matched contribution
• Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Paid volunteering opportunities
• Access to mental health champions across our sites
• Commitment to development
• Employee referral program

Salary Range:

• $80,000- $110,000/year, based on experience

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