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In this role, you will support the planning, coordination, and execution of engineering activities across multiple technical disciplines as we advance the development of our blended-wing-body aircraft. You will work closely with engineering leadership and cross-functional teams to coordinate technical deliverables, manage project schedules, track engineering milestones, and identify risks that may impact development objectives. The ideal candidate combines a strong technical engineering background with excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. This role requires someone who can understand complex engineering challenges, connect the work across teams, and help drive projects from concept through integration and testing.\nResponsibilities\nCoordinate engineering projects across aircraft development including: structures, aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, mechanical systems and integration. \nManage technical deliverables and timelines with suppliers, manufacturing teams, and external partners. \nDevelop and maintain project schedules, milestones, engineering requirements, and documentation. \nCollaborate with engineering leadership to establish priorities, allocate resources, and track progress toward program objectives. \nIdentify project dependencies, technical challenges, and schedule risks, proactively driving solutions. \nFacilitate cross-functional collaboration, design reviews, technical meetings, and project updates. \nSupport engineering change management, configuration control, and technical documentation. \nCoordinate and support aircraft integration, ground testing, and flight-test preparation activities. \nImprove engineering workflows and processes to support efficient project execution. \nTake ownership of assigned engineering workstreams, ensuring milestones and deliverables are completed. \nRequirements\nBachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field. \n5+ years of aerospace engineering experience in a technical project engineer or project management role. \nExperience supporting aircraft development, integration, testing, or certification. \nStrong understanding of engineering processes, technical requirements, and project execution. \nExperience coordinating suppliers, manufacturing teams, and external engineering partners. \nAbility to develop and manage engineering schedules, milestones, and technical deliverables. \nStrong technical understanding with the ability to collaborate across multiple engineering disciplines. \nExcellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and drive results independently. \nExperience in an early-stage aerospace company or prototype development environment strongly preferred. \nCore Behaviors:\n\nBuild trust through ownership, transparency, and follow-through\nCommunicates clearly, directly, and respectfully across teams\nLead by example and model expected behaviors\nAbility to give and receive direct, constructive feedback\nComfortable operating in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with evolving priorities\nTravel Requirements:\n Occasional travel and on-site work at the local hangar may be required\nCompensation:\n The expected salary range for this position is $110,000 to $165,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, relevant experience, skills, and business needs.\nBenefits\nHealth Care Plan (Medica, Dental, Vision)\nRetirement Plan - 401k\nUnlimited PTO\nOnsite Gym Access\nNatilus Inc. hires solely based on qualifications, merit and competence. Natilus Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. 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