We are seeking an Aviation Technical Programs Manager, located in our Chandler, AZ office, to lead all aspects of a pursuit, project, or program from start to finish. From conception to development and application of advanced avionics systems, our Aviation Programs Engineers do it all. This position requires you to work with Garmin's customers, the aircraft OEMs, to develop, certify, and deploy industry-changing and life-saving innovations, such as our recently introduced Emergency Autoland, which will revolutionize general aviation. Garmin is seeking Program Managers with an entrepreneurial spirit, who constantly strive to innovate to manage their unique programs as effectively and efficiently as possible.
Essential Functions:
Acts as primary program support for OEM customer inquiries and ensures effective communication with customers and internal stakeholders
Leads product definition and creation of technical product proposals and related documentation in response to customer requests
Negotiates aircraft-specific requirements with customer and documents and disseminates to internal stakeholders
Generates bench test plans/procedures for select interfaces or functionality and executes these procedures
Performs technical market research and coordinates technical roadmaps in support of product definition and/or business development initiatives
Creates and communicates status updates regarding relevant program progress and issues for internal stakeholders
Analyzes program requirements and works with internal stakeholders to establish effort estimates
Provides technical content for system design/description documentation
Assists in preparation and transmittal of technical documentation required to support aircraft certification
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Math, Physics or related field AND a minimum of 1 year relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
Demonstrates knowledge in one or more of the following technical areas: Systems Integration, System Safety, System Requirements
Demonstrates advanced troubleshooting skills and provides assistance with troubleshooting equipment in the field
Driven problem solver with proven success in solving difficult problems
Desired Qualifications
Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
Pilot's License
Garmin Integrated Flight Deck experience
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits.