Project Manager, Systems Engineer, Aerospace ​/ Aviation ​/ Avionics

At Gables Engineering (a HEICO company), we don't just build avionics - we build the systems pilots rely on every time they take off. We are looking for a Project Manager with a genuine engineering background to lead cross-functional development programs from concept through certification and delivery.

About Gables Engineering:

Gables Engineering is a leader in avionics controls and advanced cockpit solutions. We partner with airlines worldwide to deliver tailored solutions and OEM's to provide advanced technology for next generation systems.

What You'll Do:

As a Project Manager you will have substantive conversations with electrical, mechanical, software, test and systems engineers as well as manufacturing supervisors to develop and build new projects - not just track their schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

Program & Project Management

* Own the schedule, budget, scope, and risk register for new product development programs, from requirements capture through RTCA DO-160/DO-254/DO-178C-aligned qualification testing and delivery.

* Build and maintain integrated program schedules across electrical, mechanical, software, and systems engineering disciplines including manufacturing builds of prototypes & initial production units.

* Run design reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR) and ensure engineering deliverables meet internal gates and customer/regulatory milestones.

* Manage program risk, including supply chain constraints, obsolescence, and technical unknowns; escalate and resolve blockers proactively.

* Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and airframe manufacturers on program status, technical trade-offs, and change requests.

* Coordinate with quality and customer certification teams to ensure programs stay aligned with FAA/EASA airworthiness requirements and AS9100 processes.

Engineering Involvement

* Participate directly in technical discussions on product offering to customer, design tradeoffs, human-machine interface layout, wiring and connector design, environmental qualification, and integration with aircraft systems.

* Generate product or system specification (SCD) & corresponding Requirements Verification compliance Matrix.

* Review engineering documentation (product requirements, test plans, safety & reliability, non-conformance reports) with enough fluency to catch gaps before they become schedule or quality problems.

* Partner with engineering leads to translate customer and regulatory requirements into actionable technical tasks.

* Identify recurring technical or process bottlenecks and drive improvements to engineering workflows and tooling.

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field.

* 5+ years of experience as a practicing engineer, ideally in avionics, aerospace, defense, or another highly regulated industry.

* 2+ years of experience managing or leading technical projects/programs, including schedule, budget, and cross-functional coordination.

* Working knowledge of aerospace development and qualification processes (e.g., DO-160, DO-254, DO-178C).

* Demonstrated ability to read and engage with engineering artifacts: schematics, requirements documents, test procedures, and non-conformance reports.

* Strong communication skills, with experience presenting technical status to both engineers and customers/executives.

Preferred Qualifications

* Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline, or an MBA paired with a strong engineering background.

* Direct experience with flight deck systems and control/display units, human factors or pilot experience, and aircraft installations.

* PMP or similar project/program management certification.

* Prior experience mentoring engineers or leading a small technical team.

* Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems used in manufacturing.

Why join Gables Engineering?

Vertical Integration:

We are highly vertically integrated. We control our entire value chain and have faster design-to-production cycles, to show customers solutions and adapt to their needs.

Real Impact:

Your code flies in actual aircraft. No simulation - real cockpits used in aircraft.

Mentorship Culture:

Both learn and mentor. We invest in professional growth and technical development.

HEICO backing:

Stability of a major global aerospace leader.

Gables Engineering is a drug free workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. D/V