Internal Project Engineer
Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI)Role Overview
Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) is hiring a entry-level Internal Project Engineer. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Lanham. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Advanced Mission Partners (AMP) a wholly owned subsidiary of SSAI is seeking an Internal Project Engineer to join our dynamic and innovative manufacturing team. As an Internal Project Engineer, you will be given fixed budgets and timelines and will be responsible for delivering commercially viable products. This role is designed for engineers who have multiple well-developed ideas that they can bring to market using minimal time and seed capital. It is a performance-driven role with periodic evaluations on deliverables and wins. Incentive pay is eligible upon successfully creating two different design or engineering IP within budget and schedule.
This position is based in Lanham, MD with some work done in Tysons Corner, VA.
Responsibilities
- Successfully create two different design or engineering IP for SSAI within budget/schedule - within one year of hiring.
- Develop and bring new products to market within fixed budgets and timelines
- Design, prototype, and refine manufacturing processes
- Ensure products meet commercial viability and quality standards
- Optimize production efficiency and cost-effectiveness
- Manage projects from concept through production and launch
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in an Engineering Discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Familiarity with the engineering process
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Familiarity with advanced prototyping and manufacturing
- Familiarity with engineering self-sufficiency
- Familiarity with reporting and documentation
Desired Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience with advanced prototyping and manufacturing
- Previous experience with commercially viable products
- Interest in a hybrid role of engineering and business
EEO/AA Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to touch, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear and occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
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How do I apply for the Internal Project Engineer position at Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI)?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI). Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Internal Project Engineer role at Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role based in Lanham. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.
What does a Internal Project Engineer at Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) earn?
Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Internal Project Engineer role at Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) posted?
This role was posted on April 13, 2026 (63 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
Is the Internal Project Engineer role at Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) entry-level?
Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) has listed.
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