Mechanical Engineer Project Lead

JTSi (Johnson Technology Systems, Inc.) is a federal government consulting firm that provides technical services to the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal agencies.

Position:
Mechanical Engineer Project Lead

Location:

Onsite – 5 days onsite in Picatinny

Salary: $100K–$120K/year (W2)

• Provide comprehensive engineering project management support including development of cost and schedule estimates for new and ongoing projects.
• Track project execution against timelines and budgets, ensuring deliverables meet predetermined requirements and specifications.
• Identify, track, and mitigate project risks while maintaining acceptable risk levels throughout project life cycles.
• Anticipate customer needs and predict future workload requirements to enable proactive resource planning.
• Communicate clearly and frequently with coworkers, customers, contractors, and technical experts across all project phases.
• Analyze military Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHST) devices using engineering sciences theories and practices.
• Apply engineering techniques, requirements, methods, and procedures relevant to mechanical systems and PHST equipment.
• Perform systems engineering activities to verify that existing requirements are satisfied and properly documented.
• Support technical positions using sound engineering methodology and logical analysis when addressing challenges or design questions.
• Determine and implement appropriate verification methods for system and component requirements.
• Review and interpret test plans, test reports, analysis reports, and mechanical drawings to extract and communicate technical information.
• Apply commercial and military standards appropriately to ensure compliance with relevant specifications and regulations.
• Translate technical details for both technical and non-technical audiences through written reports and oral presentations.
• Assist in the creation and management of financial plans, budgets, and project milestones to ensure program success.
• Plan and coordinate individual assignments to align with broader project goals and organizational objectives.
• Maintain thorough documentation of project decisions, technical evaluations, and requirement verification activities.

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Systems Engineering, or related engineering discipline, or having attained an advanced military position
• Minimum of 3 years of engineering or related technical experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of analytical, evaluative, and problem‑solving techniques necessary for professional engineering work
• Strong understanding of engineering materials, processes, and technologies relevant to mechanical device design
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present information to technical audiences and other stakeholders
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite for project tracking and reporting
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Working knowledge of, or initiative to learn and apply, military standards, specifications, and engineering best practices
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and commitment to quality deliverables

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or willingness to pursue
• Previous experience in project management or systems engineering roles
• Familiarity with Navy or other DoD programs, acquisition processes, and lifecycle management
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies
• Experience with military specifications and standards (MIL‑STDs, MIL‑SPECs)
• Experience with cost estimation tools and techniques

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