Principal Project Engineer

Lead project engineering for satellite communication systems, managing budgets, schedules, and cross-functional teams.

• •CesiumAstro is seeking a Principal Project Engineer to lead project engineering through all phases of development for both external and internal projects.
• •This role is ideal for someone passionate about developing leading-edge communication satellites in a startup environment.
• •Key Responsibilities Develop project schedules, budgets, and risk assessments, reporting regularly to leadership.
• •Coordinate activities across engineering teams and ensure proper resourcing for complex programs.
• •Present engineering design review materials and status reports to customers and the executive team.
• •Participate in proposal-writing efforts.
• •Requirements BS/MS degree in a relevant engineering field. 9 years of industry experience in a relevant engineering or project position.
• •Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project and Jira.
• •Technical familiarity with electrical, mechanical, and software systems.
• •Thorough understanding of aerospace systems engineering processes and the space system life cycle.