Project Engineer, Systems Engineer

Job Description

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At Black Sea Technologies, we don't just innovate; we revolutionize. We are a close-knit team of creative and innovative thinkers specializing in full lifecycle development of cutting-edge maritime technology. At Black Sea, you won't just find a job; you'll find a community of experts who aspire to solve diverse and complex challenges. Be part of a company where your ideas matter, your expertise is valued, and your contributions make a real impact.

Together, we are not just sailing; we are charting a course to push boundaries of what's possible.

• Manage Black Sea Internal Research and Development (IRAD) portfolio – track projects, expenditures, schedules, risks, and inform Strategic Plan prioritization.
• Develop and own the Black Sea product portfolio, including legacy MAPC technology solutions – build and manage the repository of product data and marketing collateral.
• Scout and qualify DoD business opportunities by monitoring budget artifacts, acquisition documents, and program announcements.
• Match Black Sea product catalog to customer opportunities and identify technical gaps.
• Lead capture planning and proposal development including win strategies and competitive analysis and technical writing.
• Manage internal Black Sea BET board process – prepare materials, present opportunities, and track decisions.
• Maintain product collateral library and develop scout cards for executive decision‑making.
• Build relationships with government program offices and end users.
• Support Product Managers (50% time) on coordination, documentation, customer engagement, and launches.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.

Salary range $94,058 - $159,016

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field).
• 5+ years of technical project management experience including personnel supervision, schedule management, and stakeholder coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical projects in high‑tempo, compliance‑driven environments.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with proven track record of data‑driven decision making.
• Experience coordinating across technical, operational, and executive stakeholders with diverse priorities.
• Proven ability to learn complex technical systems quickly and translate technical concepts for diverse audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills – ability to develop course materials, technical documentation, and executive briefings.
• Experience managing teams and training personnel on technical procedures and processes.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to maintain rigorous documentation standards.
• Active DoD Secret clearance required (Top Secret/SCI highly preferred).

• Master's degree in Engineering and Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Defense acquisition and requirements development experience.
• Naval or maritime systems background.
• Autonomous maritime systems or unmanned vehicle knowledge.
• Defense business development or proposal development experience.

Typical Education/

Experience:

Education/experience typically acquired through engineering education (Bachelor's required, Master's preferred) and 5-10 years technical project management or defense program experience. PE license and naval/maritime background strongly preferred.