Program Engineer III

Program Engineer III WTRS- Orlando Florida

Project Engineering is a specialized discipline within engineering that focuses on planning managing and executing projects. It integrates technical expertise with project management skills to successfully achieve project objectives. A strong understanding of the project life cycle and its deliverables is essential in this role. Program Engineers have extensive experience in engineering particularly in the development and execution of complex initiatives.

Role Overview :

Are you ready to spearhead cutting-edge mission-critical solutions As a Program Engineer supporting the Global Training Solutions team in Orlando FL you will play a pivotal role in preparing our armed forces for the U.S. government. You will drive high-impact projects that are critical to national defense.

This position presents a unique opportunity to work on multidisciplinary projects collaborating closely with customers and stakeholders to tackle complex challenges with speed adaptability and technical excellence. You will have access to leadership development pathways mentorship opportunities and the chance to make direct contributions to mission success.

US Citizenship is a requirement for system access.

The job is in Orlando FL with a strong preference for working in the office Monday through Friday. While some flexibility for remote work is acceptable it is not considered a hybrid position.

Description :

Lead problem solving risk mitigation and integration in multidiscipline teams

Communication coordination collaboration and meeting attendance

Planning and tracking to meet requirements timelines and budget for projects

Learn processes and promote adherence

Key Responsibilities :

Provide strategic leadership within the department fostering a strong core capability in robust design and development to ensure efficient and effective results.

Collaborate with the Project Management Office to develop estimate structure and oversee program execution as required.

Support all phases of the development process guiding engineers in designing technical solutions and architectures assisting systems engineers in defining requirements and leading a multidisciplinary development team in modeling designing and testing new products.

Offer technical leadership to resolve production challenges post-delivery failures obsolescence concerns and supply chain disruptions.

Leverage a broad technical background to lead cross-functional technical teams effectively.

Manage Technical Data Plan cost and schedule overseeing supplier engagement throughout the development and sustainment lifecycle.

Develop estimates and project plans ensuring smooth execution from initiation to completion.

Required Skills :

Proficiency in project planning tools such as Microsoft Project and scheduling best practices.

Working knowledge and experience in tracking project cost schedule and performance metrics.

Experience working / managing technical projects within compressed timelines.

Ability to evaluate technical risks plan mitigations and ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.

Ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary technical teams.

Communication skills to engage stakeholders present technical information and facilitate collaboration across teams.

Ability to synthesize technical and program data to identify and resolve complex challenges decisively.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Teams and communication platforms.

Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance.

U.S. Citizenship required for security clearance eligibility.

Desired Skills :

Understanding configuration management and quality management principles to ensure compliance with processes.

Experience with risk and opportunity management throughout the product lifecycle.

Familiarity with Agile methodologies including backlog creation and management in tools like Azure DevOps.

Basic understanding interpreting technical drawings specifications and documentation.

Material and Equipment Directly Used :

Laptop

Work Environment : Cubicle

Education / Certifications :

Bachelors degree (BA / BS) in STEM

Masters degree (MA / MS) in STEM or MBA preferred

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred

Years of Experience :

10BA / BS or 5MA / MS or 14AA / no degree

Skills & Technology Used :

MS Office suite Teams Project SharePoint Power BI SAP S4 / HANA Maximo

Supervisory / Budgetary Responsibilities :

Not a supervisor position / Monitor labor burn rate against bid

V2X is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment in which we recognize and value each others differences as well as fostering a culture that promotes its core values : Professionalism Integrity and Respect. As an equal opportunity employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity genetic information national origin age disability or status as a protected veteran.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1