Technical Project Manager

Key Responsibilities:

1. Team Formation and Leadership:

• Build a talented and diverse team by recruiting top engineers designers and specialists in aerospace electronics and related fields.
• Foster a collaborative innovative and goal-driven culture within the team.
• Mentor guide and develop team members ensuring their professional growth and alignment with project objectives.
• Establish clear roles responsibilities and workflows to ensure efficient project execution.

2. Project Management and Strategic Leadership:

• Define and execute the roadmap for the design development and deployment of aerospace drones aligning with company goals and market demands.
• Plan project schedule maintain and track bill of materials resource planning infrastructure planning milestone meeting planning and record keeping through business processes
• Lead and coordinate all phases of the product life cycle from conceptualization to testing and certification.
• Set measurable goals establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and track progress to ensure project milestones are met on time and within budget.

3. Technical Oversight:

• Provide high-level guidance on the technical aspects of drone design ensuring that products meet performance safety and compliance standards.
• Oversee development processes including hardware and software integration propulsion systems avionics sensors and aerodynamics.
• Ensure rigorous testing protocols are followed to validate functionality and reliability.

4. Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as the primary point of contact between the drone team and senior leadership reporting on progress risks and strategic opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments such as procurement compliance and marketing to ensure cohesive operations.
• Build and maintain relationships with certification authorities and external partners to streamline the certification process.

5. Certification and Compliance:

• Lead the team through aerospace certification processes (e.g. FAA EASA) and ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a strong understanding of industry standards and best practices in drone technology and aerospace systems.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience in leading teams preferably within aerospace or defense-related projects.
• Strong expertise in aerospace or related project management.
• Excellent leadership communication and team-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Ability to inspire innovation resolve conflicts and maintain high team morale.
• Familiarity with aerospace certifications and compliance processes.
• Technical proficiency in drone or aerospace system development is a plus.

This role demands a person who can balance hands-on technical insight with the ability to cultivate and inspire a new team. If you have a passion for aerospace innovation and are ready to take on a leadership challenge we encourage you to apply.

Required Skills:

Technical Project ManagerEngineeringAviation IndustryProduct Management SkillsDesignPMPPLM ToolsProject Planning