Push the Boundaries of Aerospace Innovation: Project Engineer – Saint Charles, MO

Location: Saint Charles, MO 63301
Schedule: Monday – Friday | Full-Time
Job Type: 12-Month Contract
Starting Pay Rate: $65.45

About the Role

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a highly motivated Project Engineer to provide technical and leadership expertise across multi-disciplinary engineering teams in the aerospace sector. This role is pivotal in driving the successful execution of complex engineering projects—from proposal through delivery—ensuring alignment with customer expectations, technical requirements, and business goals.

Exclusive Bonus Opportunity!
A limited time bonus program is currently available for this role.  Speak with your recruiter today to determine eligibility before it's gone!  Offer expires September 30th, 2025.

What You’ll Do

Provide engineering leadership to cross-functional teams, including internal and external stakeholders

Develop and manage Statements of Work (SOW) for research, development, and production programs

Lead project execution, track performance metrics, and ensure timely delivery of milestones

Assess and negotiate changes to SOW, including impacts on cost, schedule, and deliverables

Plan and coordinate resources across the project lifecycle

Define and implement risk mitigation strategies and identify opportunities for improvement

Compare actual results to baseline plans to evaluate performance and capture lessons learned

Provide technical, business, and integration leadership for project and team plans

Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Data Science, or Computer Science

3+ years of experience leading or managing multi-disciplinary engineering project teams

Experience with 3D modeling tools

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Strong documentation and communication skills

Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Preferred Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Experience with proposal development and contract negotiations

Familiarity with Export Compliance or International programs

Experience developing and tracking program plans, schedules, and budgets

Background in engineering project planning or project management

Experience supporting weapons systems or working directly with government customers

Proven ability to collaborate across functions and organizations

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll be part of a team that supports some of the most advanced aerospace programs in the world. We offer:

Competitive compensation and full-time stability

Opportunities to lead high-impact, mission-critical projects

A collaborative culture that values innovation, precision, and continuous improvement

The chance to work directly with top-tier aerospace clients and government partners

Apply Today

If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for engineering leadership and aerospace innovation, we want to hear from you. Submit your application now and take your career to new heights with PDS Tech Commercial.

                                       

 

Pay Details: $65.45 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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