Project Lead - CNS/ATM Programs

Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company is seeking Project Lead-CNS/ATM Programs in Patuxent River, MD. The Project Lead will lead and coordinate the integration of Communication, Navigation, Surveillance/Air Traffic Management (CNS/ATM) capabilities across multiple Navy aircraft platforms. This role requires deep expertise in systems engineering, acquisition lifecycle management, and cross-functional coordination to ensure successful delivery of avionics upgrades and compliance with ACAT program requirements.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $130k- $192k annually (depending on experience)
Work Location: Full-time onsite

Essential Functions:

• Engineering Management & IPT Support
• Provide technical leadership to the CNS/ATM Integrated Product Team (IPT)
• Oversee platform integration efforts, systems engineering processes, and technical reviews
• Manage risk assessments, project plans, and acquisition documentation
• Aircraft Integration & Sustainment
• Lead engineering management for CNS/ATM capability integration on fielded Navy aircraft
• Ensure sustainment and performance optimization of integrated systems
• Systems Acquisition Coordination
• Facilitate cross-functional integration across engineering, procurement, finance, environmental, configuration management, testing, manufacturing, and logistics
• Support program direction implementation through structured coordination
• Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR)
• Manage SETR processes for Acquisition Category (ACAT) programs
• Ensure cost, schedule, and performance (CSP) objectives are met for each platform
• Contract & Documentation Oversight
• Draft Statements of Work (SOWs), conduct technical evaluations, and support contract management
• Collaborate with major defense industry partners to ensure deliverables align with program goals
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Facilitate bi-weekly engineering meetings to align functional requirements and resolve issues
• Serve as liaison between Navy stakeholders and contractor teams
• Other duties as assigned or required

Required:

• 10+ years of experience in Navy aviation systems, CNS/ATM integration, or related defense programs
• Proven experience with ACAT programs and SETR processes
• Strong understanding of DoD acquisition regulations and lifecycle documentation
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with avionics systems, mission planning tools, and integrated logistics support
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Systems Management, or related field

Security Clearance:

Active Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Systems Management, or related field (Master’s preferred)

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan