Project Engineer

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer at our Lynnwood, WA location.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power, sensing and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Advanced Air Mobility demonstrators. You’ll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!  

Job Summary:

The Project Engineer will use established procedures and work under limited supervision to perform assigned tasks by working cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality Assurance, Operations, Suppliers and Customers. Provide engineering design evaluations including responsibility for technical proposals, prototype to production, performance, customer presentations, schedule, and cost requirements. Will have expert knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures of assigned product or program. May lead a team of engineers on assigned projects. 

Essential Functions: 

• Interface as required with other disciplines including marketing, manufacturing, quality assurance, purchasing, and customers as required to exchange information, resolve problems, and achieve results 
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to ensure that designs meet the customers’ electrical, environmental and internal manufacturing requirements and standards 
• Collaborate with other engineering departments and coordinate their specialized contributions to the development of the project 
• Provide technical support for the engineering process, plan and design methods to improve production processes 
• Prepare schedules and cost estimates on the engineering efforts required 
• Direct functional, acceptance, qualification, or development testing on new or modified designs 
• Function as technical interface for customers, assist customer with specification development 
• Translate customer specification; generate design documentation required for prototype and/or production releases as needed 
• Review industry policies and procedures to ensure data accuracy, security, and regulatory compliance 
• Takes action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays
• Any other task assigned by your supervisor or management 

Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Experience: Project Engineer - 2 to 7 years of experience managing technical projects, or business issues requiring deep technical understanding of underlying product.  Sr. Project Engineer - 7+ years of experience.
• Knowledge: Knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures related to project and program management in a technical environment; strong analytical and business acumen with a working understanding of finance.   
• Skill: Excellent documentation, organization and time management skills; Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects through complete cycle in a matrixed organization: Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment. Ability to perform detailed financial and technical analysis. 
• Education/Certification:  BS degree in engineering discipline  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Project Management Professional (PMP) is a plus 

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month

Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.

401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match

Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

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You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes.  We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check.  FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

 Working Conditions: 

• Standard office environment  
• Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail 
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE 
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes 

Standing: 10% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task 

Sitting: 90% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task 

Lifting (in pounds): up to 10 pounds 

Pushing (in pounds): up to 10 pounds 

Mental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets  

Workspace (line, cube, etc.): cubicle/desk 

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Salary range:

Project Engineer: 2 -7 years of experience - $107,200.00 – $134,250.30

Sr. Project Engineer: 7+ years of experience - $174,900.30 – $217,507.20

Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs. 

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.