Project Engineer, Mechanical Engineer

Lagniappe Sourcing Consulting is recruiting for an experienced Project Engineer to join an advanced aerospace and defense engineering team. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leading cross-functional projects from concept through qualification and production. The Project Engineer will play a key role in driving technical excellence, ensuring schedule adherence, and maintaining product integrity across development, testing, and manufacturing efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate product development and qualification activities, ensuring successful delivery of program milestones.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and testing teams to develop, qualify, and produce high-performance aerospace components and systems.
• Plan, execute, monitor, and close engineering projects, managing technical scope, cost, and schedule performance.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including test directives, test reports, and qualification plans.
• Oversee engine and component testing, including assembly, disassembly, performance evaluation, and root cause investigations of test anomalies.
• Support design for manufacturability and quality initiatives, ensuring products meet all performance and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate project status, risks, and technical details effectively to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts in engineering processes, data management, and testing methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or related discipline required).
• 4+ years of experience in project engineering within the aerospace or defense industry.
• Strong understanding of engineering design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing processes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple sub-projects and deliver results on time and within scope.
• Experience using NX, Teamcenter, or other CAD/PDM tools.
• Python programming skills for data analysis or automation preferred.
• Knowledge of gas turbine engine systems, electro-mechanical components, and associated manufacturing techniques is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills-able to summarize complex engineering issues for diverse audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Physical capability to occasionally lift and handle test components (up to 50 lbs).
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance, if required.

About Lagniappe Sourcing Consulting

Lagniappe Sourcing Consulting connects top engineering and technical professionals with leading organizations across the aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing sectors. We specialize in placing candidates who thrive on solving complex challenges, driving innovation, and delivering world-class technical solutions.