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Project Engineer

Date Posted: Sep 28, 2026

Job Detail

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    Location Germantown, Maryland, United States of America
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    Job Type: Full Time/Permanent
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    Shift: Full-time
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    Career Level: Experienced Professional
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    Positions: 1
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    Experience: 8 years
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    Gender: No Preference
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    Degree: Bachelors
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    Apply Before: Oct 28, 2026

Job Description

DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is hiring a Project Engineer to join its team on-site in Germantown, Maryland.

DRS RADA Technologies is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company develops AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, border surveillance, and related defense applications.

The Project Engineer is responsible for leading engineering efforts for one or more projects on time and within budget, ensuring design compliance with project requirements, reviewing customer specifications, and leading project teams to develop designs that support customer requirements while considering cost as a key design variable.

Responsibilities include providing budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments; communicating with manufacturing, supply chain, program management and customers; participating in complex proposal preparation; coordinating technical activities and progress with technical management and other personnel; leading project teams; attending engineering, customer and business meetings; mentoring and coaching less experienced engineers; and supporting the mission, values and culture of the organization.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field and a minimum of 8 years of experience. Candidates should have strong technology and domain knowledge and experience across multiple engineering disciplines sufficient to lead engineers on project teams.

U.S. Citizenship is required. The position requires an active Department of Defense security clearance or the ability to obtain one within a reasonable period after employment begins.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage
Health savings account contribution
Telemedicine
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Legal insurance
401(k) savings plan
Wellness programs
Professional development and career-growth programs
Flexible work schedules
9/80 work schedule
Competitive vacation
Health/emergency leave
Paid parental leave
Community service hours

Skills Required

Company Overview

Arlington, Virginia, United States of America

Leonardo DRS is a U.S. defense technology company providing advanced sensing, network computing, force protection, electric power and propulsion, and other mission-critical technologies to U.S. national security customers and allies worldwide. DRS RA... Read More

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