Project Engineer Senior I

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Columbia City, IN, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Hardware • Security • Defense • Industrial
The Role
Lead small-to-medium engineering projects for maritime and undersea systems, develop solutions, write reports, present at reviews, estimate work packages, mentor junior staff, and ensure safety, compliance, cost, schedule, and quality objectives are met.
Summary Generated by Built In
Protecting What Matters. Powering the Future of Naval Technology.

Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms, our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the world’s most complex environments.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we continue to push boundaries—driven by innovation, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Join us as we shape the future of naval warfare—safeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.

Nationality Requirements

Due to the nature of the programs we support, certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Position Summary

Leads small-to-medium sized engineering projects or technical work packages within cost and quality requirements as assigned and may allocate or coordinate work with the project or work package.

Job Description

Develops solutions and solves more complex problems to deliver engineering projects on-time, on-quality, and on-budget directly impacting positive project outcomes for a variety of circumstances. Writes reports and presents work carried out at peer and design reviews. Develops processes for team and influences decisions by providing technical advice to team(s). Remains current on trends and emerging technologies and tools. May estimate engineering packages of work to identify dependencies and ensure the delivery. May provide train, coach and advise more junior team members. May estimate engineering packages of work to identify dependencies and ensure the deliverability of assigned work packages. May include safety, environmental protection and compliance.

Typically, Bachelor degree in a related field and 6+ years experience within a relevant complex engineering environment. May be required to maintain security clearance.

What Ultra Maritime Offers You

At Ultra Maritime, we invest in our employees and their well-being:

 

  • Climate controlled, well-lit and clean work environment!

  • Work/life balance that includes up to 140 hours PTO for first year

  • 8 Paid Holidays, with 3 floating holidays

  • 401k Plan with Company Match

  • Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)

  • Wellness Program and incentives

  • Company HSA contributions

  • Insurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hire

  • Eligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually

  • Additional Employee Discounts and Perks

 

Company-Paid Benefits:

  • $75 monthly student loan repayment program

  • Basic Life Insurance

  • Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

  • Short Term Disability

  • Long Term Disability

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

 

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:

  • Medical and Prescription insurance

  • Dental insurance

  • Vision insurance

  • Supplemental Life Insurance Plans

  • Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family

  • Accident Plan

  • Critical Illness Plan

  • Hospital Indemnity Plan

  • Pet Insurance

  • Identity Theft

 

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ultra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair, respectful, and inclusive, and we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

 

As a U.S. defense contractor, Ultra Maritime maintains strict standards related to integrity, compliance, and security.

We operate a drug-free workplace and, where permitted by law, may conduct pre-employment background checks and substance-abuse screening based on role requirements.

Company: Ultra Maritime

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field
  • 6+ years experience in a complex engineering environment
  • Experience leading small-to-medium sized engineering projects or technical work packages
  • Ability to write technical reports and present at peer and design reviews
  • Eligible to obtain and possibly maintain a U.S. security clearance (U.S. nationality may be required)
  • Experience mentoring, training, or coaching junior engineers
  • Knowledge of safety, environmental protection, and compliance in engineering projects
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The Company
1,319 Employees
Year Founded: 1947

What We Do

Ultra Maritime is a defense technology company that provides application-engineered, bespoke solutions for naval and other mission-critical systems. Its capabilities include sonar, radar, and intelligent systems supporting global military programs. The company focuses on protecting what matters and powering naval technology, serving defense, security, critical detection, and control markets with hardware and integrated technologies designed for long-term military programs around the world.

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