AETC Project Engineer

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77835, Burton, TX, USA
In-Office
60K-92K Annually
Entry level
Aerospace • Defense • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Manage engineering programs from contract acceptance through production while meeting customer, budget, schedule, quality, and efficiency requirements. Coordinate engineering, production, business development, and customer teams; prepare drawings, schedules, presentations, and documentation; assess risks; monitor production progress; resolve design and testing issues; plan manufacturing resources; and implement corrective actions and process improvements.
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The Applied Energy Technology Corp (AETC) is seeking an experienced Project Engineering. This position coordinates and supports manufacturing operations to attain production goals consistent with quality, efficiency, and cost objectives. Preferably experience in energetics/explosive handling and mixing operations. This position is based in Burton, TX, with a direct oversight and customer interface.

The Project Engineer will manage assigned programs/projects from contract acceptance through production using established business unit practices and procedures while meeting customer requirements, within budget and in a timely manner. Key elements include an organized, data-driven, handson approach, leadership, and overall business acumen. Prior experience in aerospace, energetics and standard manufacturing experience is a plus. Strong communications skill is also a strong plus.

Qualifications

The Project Engineer performs a variety of design verification, manufacturing activities including preparing/updating drawings, preparing/updating project schedules, preparing presentation for meetings, preparing assembly/manufacturing drawings, and assist in the preparation of documents.

• Utilizing knowledge of product technology, production methods, procedures and equipment capabilities

• Provides status and progress reports to project team, and management.

• Partner with Engineering, Business Development, Customer, and Production teams to deliver results.

• Proactively identify trends/risks/opportunities and recommend actions to ensure we meet Production Schedule.

• Notify management of critical schedule conditions.

• Effectively communicate, schedule, and ensure execution of program deliverables.

• Responsible for program schedules, task prioritization and risk assessment for a variety of programs

• Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems.

• Plans and directs manufacturing operations for most efficient manufacturing of products.

• Evaluate and establish material, equipment, and manpower requirements to support the manufacturing of product.

• Develops and implements methods and procedures designed to improve product quality and efficiencies and elimination of operating problems.

• Reviews and analyzes data, reports and outputs to determine causes of non-conformity and implements corrective action.

• Additional duties as needed

AETC offers great benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance, vacation and sick time, holiday benefits, and contributing 401k with match!  AETC is focused on putting people before profit by giving back to employees and fostering diversity and inclusion.  Apply now for immediate consideration.  AETC is an equal opportunity organization that embraces diversity. Apply to join our team today!!

Skills Required

  • Experience in project engineering and managing programs or projects through production
  • Knowledge of product technology, production methods, procedures, and equipment capabilities
  • Experience with design verification, manufacturing activities, engineering drawings, project schedules, and technical documentation
  • Experience in energetics or explosive handling and mixing operations
  • Prior aerospace or standard manufacturing experience
  • Strong communication skills
  • Data-driven, hands-on approach with leadership and business acumen

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The Company
Year Founded: 1978

What We Do

Applied Energy Technology Corp. (AETC) is a Texas-based OEM manufacturer specializing in aircraft pyrotechnics and explosive devices such as fire extinguisher cartridges, initiators, and detonators. The company serves the military defense, commercial airlines, and private aviation sectors with essential safety solutions.

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