The Airframe Systems Project Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of project activities from a project management perspective, focusing on airframe systems such as hydraulics, actuation systems, landing gear, fuel systems, and environmental control systems. This role acts as a liaison between engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and program management to ensure successful project delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.

The Role

You will define project scope, objectives, and deliverables for airframe systems, develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, and risk registers. Leading cross-functional teams, you will monitor the project from initiation to delivery through daily coordination with stakeholders and ensure compliance with FAA/EASA certification requirements and defense standards (e.g., MIL-STD).

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables for airframe systems.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
• Lead cross-functional teams including design, procurement, finance, legal, production, quality, and ILS departments.
• Monitor the project from initiation to delivery through daily coordination with stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with FAA/EASA certification requirements and defense standards (e.g., MIL-STD).
• Support design reviews, testing campaigns, and production readiness.
• Act as the primary liaison between engineering teams, suppliers, and executive leadership.
• Develop, issue, and manage RFIs, RFPs, and contractual agreements with airframe subsystem suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance, risks, and deliverables.
• Report and present project status to Senior Management and Clients.
• Manage customer expectations and contractual obligations.
• Apply project management methodologies (PMI, Agile, Earned Value Management).
• Drive continuous improvement in project execution and reporting.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; Master’s preferred.
• 8–12 years of experience in aerospace/defense project management, specifically with airframe systems.
• Demonstrated experience with airframe systems and development programs.
• Proven track record in budget management, scheduling tools (MS Project/Primavera), and risk management.
• PMP or equivalent certification desirable.
• Excellent communication skills for both executive and technical audiences.

Technical Tools

• MS Project or Primavera for scheduling and resource planning.
• ERP systems (SAP or equivalent) for project tracking and reporting.
• Risk management platforms for monitoring and mitigation.
• Collaboration tools (SharePoint, Teams, or equivalent) for stakeholder communication.

If you are ready to take on this challenge, we encourage you to apply.