Technical Project Manager

About the Company

The Technical Project Manager position is a FLSA exempt (salaried) position. This individual will provide technical project management in the definition, specification, implementation, and validation of complex avionics applications. This position is onsite.

About the Role

Manage a team of system engineers in the project execution of complex avionics applications utilizing software-based products. Responsible for scope, tasking, budget, and schedule of assigned projects. Work directly with customers to define and specify requirements for avionics applications. Lead in the development, test, and review of system and software artifacts. Periodically evaluate and report overall project performance versus plan and analyze data to determine appropriate actions to correct problems. Create graphics, diagrams, and flowcharts to enhance and simplify documentation and communication of requirements. Communicate, interface, and coordinate with customers, sales, engineering, and other stakeholders. Continuously evaluate processes and lead improvement activities as required. Masterfully communicate in both written and verbal forms. Train, mentor, and coach less-experienced engineers in project management.

Responsibilities

Manage a team of system engineers in the project execution of complex avionics applications utilizing software-based products.

Responsible for scope, tasking, budget, and schedule of assigned projects.

Work directly with customers to define and specify requirements for avionics applications.

Lead in the development, test, and review of system and software artifacts.

Periodically evaluate and report overall project performance versus plan and analyze data to determine appropriate actions to correct problems.

Create graphics, diagrams, and flowcharts to enhance and simplify documentation and communication of requirements.

Communicate, interface, and coordinate with customers, sales, engineering, and other stakeholders.

Continuously evaluate processes and lead improvement activities as required.

Masterfully communicate in both written and verbal forms.

Train, mentor, and coach less-experienced engineers in project management.

Qualifications

Bachelors’ degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related discipline required. Master’s degree desired. 5+ years avionics development experience required. 5+ years of project management experience required. Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification desired. Earned value management (EVM) desired. 2+ years professional software developer experience with C/ C++ programming languages required. Mastery of requirements development and requirements management required. Experience working directly with customers in the avionics industry desired. Desired experience with developing avionics equipment and avionics busses such as ARINC429, RS232, RS485, and CAN. Desired experience developing with avionics standards such a DO-178, DO-254, and ARP4754. Effectively utilize Agile methodology and engineering tools such as JIRA, Subversion, and Confluence. Effectively utilize office communication tools such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Employment Opportunity employer, including veterans and disabled.