Aerospace Product Development Manager

Job Description
The Aerospace Product Development Manager manages the team which identifies, evaluates, proposes, and coordinates Jet Parts Engineering new product offerings (PMA). These products are identified through independent research, customer suggestion, industry knowledge, collaboration with manufacturers, reviewing of technical documents, etc. The Aerospace Product Development Analyst communicates regularly with airline and MRO customers and with all JPE internal departments to ensure the success of new products.

In addition to the management of the team, this position would also be required to be an individual contributor to the goals of the Product Development Team. This team is a part of the Sales Department, and this position would report to the V.P. of Sales.

Core Responsibilities (Includes but is not limited to)

• Manage the team which identifies new FAA PMA development opportunities for JPE using customer information and independent research
• Analyze consumption data and other project information to select new project candidates (PMA)
• Conduct research using aerospace maintenance manuals and industry information
• Coordinate with the JPE sales team and customers to establish project marketability and long-term value
• Evaluate project manufacturability to assess economic viability
• Plan and prepare business cases for the team and executive members of the company
• Compile and present product proposals
• Contribute ideas for the strategic growth of the company
• Occasional travel (10%) to domestic and international customers
• Other duties as assigned

Experience and Skills

• Detail oriented with strong analytical reasoning required.
• Management of teams towards broader business goals.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects and opportunities with competing deadlines
• Ability to understand technical information.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills required, with an emphasis on MS Excel.
• Preferred Background:
• Aviation operations, aircraft maintenance, aerospace, and/or engineering
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with aerospace maintenance manuals

Education

Four-year degree highly favored

Compensation and Benefits

Salary position commensurate with experience. JPE offers flexible start times with manager approval, paid vacation, and sick/personal leave along with health, dental, vision and 401k benefits.