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Project Engineer

Sonaca
San Diego, CA Posted Sep 23, 2026
Full-time

About this role

Position Description

Directly support the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), F/A-18 & EA-18G Fleet Support Team (FST) at Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW) Naval Air Station (NAS) North Island, California. Duties will include:

  • Developing project sustainment tasks related to the F/A-18 aircraft by reviewing sponsor project proposals and plans and conferring with management to align on deliverables.
  • Determining project responsibilities by identifying project phases and elements and assigning personnel accordingly.
  • Analyzing and establishing project specifications by studying product design, customer requirements, and performance standards.
  • Designing and conducting technical studies and tests to confirm product performance and sustainment viability.
  • Creating and managing detailed project schedules by calculating time requirements and sequencing project elements.
  • Monitoring and coordinating ongoing project activities, identifying, and resolving issues to maintain project timelines.
  • Controlling project plans through continuous review of designs, specifications, and schedule changes while recommending necessary actions to management.
  • Preparing comprehensive project status reports, analyzing trends, and providing strategic recommendations.
  • Responsible for planning and execution of engineering development efforts for a cross functional engineering and logistics team.
  • Responsible for overseeing and managing complex engineering projects from conception to completion.
  • Providing a blend of strong engineering expertise and proven project management skills to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
  • Serve as a key liaison for the FST lead and various stakeholders, including clients, engineering teams, and other departments, fostering effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.

Developing and maintaining project plans, staffing plans, and related planning documents to support FST tasking

Experience

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Degree in an engineering field is strongly preferred.
  • Current Secret clearance is required.
  • No per diem. Work location at NAS North Island, CA area. Start date is ASAP.

Experience

  • Requirements:
  • Has over three (3) to 10 years of experience in Engineering and Logistics program/project management.

Education

  • Requirements:

  • BS or BA degree in Business Administration or a "Relevant Technical Discipline".

  • Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods, in an office environment.

  • Base

Salary

Range: $55.00-$65.00 per hour

  • This base pay range is specific to residents of California, Colorado, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Rhode Island, and Washington, and any other state that may require such disclosure. Compensation in other geographies may vary.

  • Base salary is just one component of total rewards. We offer a wide range of benefits that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonuses, paid time off, 401k match, tuition reimbursement, and more.

  • This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required. This document does not create an employment contract. Employees are employed on an “at will” basis and may be terminated at any time.

  • Sonaca North America is an equal employment opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, Sonaca North America provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This includes reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who seek to access the company’s online application system. If an applicant is unable to fully access the online application system, reasonable accommodation will be provided. Applicants with disabilities may contact us for assistance accessing the online application system. We will respond within two business days. This phone number is not for the general submission of application materials.

  • Sonaca North America is an E-Verify Employer.

  • Sonaca North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans Employer

  • NOTICE ON FRAUDULENT JOB OFFERS

  • It has been brought to our attention that there have been instances of fraudulent job offers, purporting to be from Sonaca North America and/or its affiliates. This type of fraud is normally carried out through online services such as false websites, or through fake e-mails or calls from people claiming to be from the company. These persons offer fraudulent employment opportunities to applicants and often ask for sensitive personal and financial information. The fraudsters may also request recipients to provide personal information and/or to make payments as part of their fake recruiting process.

  • Sonaca North America does not ask for any financial commitments from candidates as a pre-employment requirement and will always require candidates to formally apply for positions via the Careers Page or job postings.

  • Sonaca North America has no responsibility for fraudulent offers and if you believe you have been a victim of a fraudulent job offer concerning Sonaca North America, please contact our human resources department.

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