Project Engineer (Electronics and Communication – Defense Projects)

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Project Engineer (Electronics and Communication – Defense Projects)

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Project Engineer with an Electronics and Communication Engineering background to support and deliver large-scale defense projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing projects end-to-end, from conceptualization through execution to final delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely completion.

Key Responsibilities

Project Lifecycle Management

• Participate in all phases of the project lifecycle, including requirements definition, design, implementation, testing, and delivery
• Support project planning, scheduling, and execution to meet technical and contractual requirements
• Monitor project progress and ensure milestones are achieved on time and within scope

Technical & Engineering Activities

• Review and contribute to system design, specifications, and engineering documentation
• Ensure all engineering solutions comply with relevant standards, safety requirements, and defense regulations
• Provide technical support and resolve engineering issues throughout the project lifecycle

Subcontractor & Stakeholder Management

• Manage and coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers
• Ensure subcontractors deliver according to agreed technical specifications, timelines, and quality standards
• Act as a key liaison between internal teams, customers, and external partners

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including:
• Technical specifications
• Design documents
• Test procedures and reports
• Progress and status reports
• Ensure all deliverables are properly documented and meet contractual requirements

Testing & Acceptance

• Plan, coordinate, and carry out Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT)
• Validate system performance against requirements and ensure compliance
• Support customer acceptance and certification processes

Delivery & Implementation

• Oversee system integration, installation, and commissioning activities
• Ensure successful handover and delivery of projects to customers
• Address post-delivery issues and support final project closure

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering or a related discipline

Experience

• Experience in large-scale defense or complex engineering projects
• Proven track record in managing projects across full lifecycle phases
• Experience working with subcontractors and cross-functional teams

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of communication systems and engineering principles
• Knowledge in the following topics,

Ø Satellite communications

Ø Microwave communications

Ø Mesh networking

Ø TCP/IP

Ø Routing protocols

Ø VLAN architecture

Ø QoS management

Ø Network security

Ø Voice over IP

Ø Frequency hopping

Ø Encryption

Ø Interoperability gateways

• Familiarity with system integration, testing, and validation processes
• Knowledge of Military Standards, compliance, and quality requirements is an advantage

Soft Skills

• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment under tight deadlines
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills

Key Competencies

• End-to-end project ownership
• Technical leadership
• Risk management and problem-solving
• Quality and compliance focus