Project Engineer - Vista, CA

Position Summary

The Project Engineer coordinates and ensures the completion of projects and ensures work is in line with customer and regulatory requirements. This is a 100% onsite position at our Vista, CA facility. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are not offered.

• Review and monitor program progress and expedite critical path and processes to maintain schedule.
• Assure product and process quality by designing inspection methods, establishing standards and confirming manufacturing processes.
• Provide support for QA, Supply Chain and suppliers about drawing interpretation, manufacturing methods, inspection methods, etc.
• Evaluate non-conforming materials, including analyzing the non-conformance for fit, function, safety, and reliability, and communicating with QA, Supply Chain and suppliers, as required.
• Complete Engineering Changes with supporting substantiation and drawing changes as required for product improvement.
• Provide support for customers and operators regarding our products.
• Participate in design reviews for supplier changes, product changes and/or improvements for production parts.
• Perform reviews of first article inspections and documentation for dormancy and supplier changes of production parts.
• Review and provide feedback to suppliers on the manufacturing process plans for production parts.
• Develop test plans for production parts.
• Design tooling and/or fixtures to aid in the inspection of production parts.
• Participate in internal training as needed to perform the duties assigned to this role.
• Other related duties may be assigned.

• Required composite fabrication experience (layup, curing, assembly).
• U.S. Person status required due to export controls.
• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related field, or a combination of education and work experience.
• 3‑5 years of aerospace, mechanical design, and/or manufacturing experience.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Effective communication with coworkers and management.
• Well organized, flexible, and able to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Team‑oriented, deadline‑driven, and able to multitask and prioritize with minimal supervision.
• Verbal and written English communication skills.
• Familiarity with interpreting technical drawings and blueprints.
• Experience using 3‑D CAD software (Pro‑Engineer, Solid Works, etc.).
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning & tolerance and standard measurement & test equipment for aerospace products (preferred).
• Knowledge of conventional aerospace manufacturing methods (preferred).
• Ability to interpret extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.
• Strong organizational skills, multitasking, and prioritizing.
• High commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and may occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. The employee may be exposed to a typical office environment or a manufacturing floor with required personal protective equipment.

Noise levels can be loud and may require hearing protection.

Estimated Salary Range: $90,000 – $135,000 per year.