Aviation Programs Engineer / Manager 2

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Aviation Programs Engineer / Manager 2 onsite in our Olathe, KS location to support and lead the development, integration and certification of Garmin avionics on Part 27 and Part 29 rotorcraft platforms. This role combines technical depth with cross-functional leadership to ensure successful execution of complex aviation programs in a highly regulated environment. You will be the primary technical and programmatic interface for helicopter OEM partners and industry leaders. Key responsibilities include cross functional engineering of development, certification and delivery ensuring alignment and meeting customer needs while handling internal engineering capabilities. You will also serve as the primary technical point of contact for our helicopter OEM partners, lead system engineering efforts, ensure on-time engineering milestones and contribute to the efficiency and quality of our program management processes. This role does not include direct people management and is intended for an individual contributor overseeing aviation program execution.

Essential Functions

• Support OEM customer inquiries and ensures effective communication with customers and internal stakeholders
• Develop a strong working knowledge of Garmin Integrated Flight Decks, Garmin aviation products, or sub-systems
• Develop solid working knowledge of standard department processes and tools while demonstrating application throughout all program life cycles
• Lead creation of various presentation materials to inform internal stakeholders of relevant program progress or issues with minimal direction or oversight
• Lead evaluation and execution of technical program requirements or customer inquiries with some oversight
• Demonstrate strong troubleshooting skills that can assist with identification and resolution of technical or programmatic issues related to active programs
• Lead creation and / or review of Garmin documentation such as coordination memos or scalable product notifications to inform customers of complex technical issues or other key information
• May provide input and / or support for department process or tool definition
• May develop project specific planning documents and provide input to cross-functional resource plans with minimal direction or oversight
• May lead meetings with external / internal stake holders to track milestone progress, document actions and diligently follow through to completion with minimal direction or oversight
• May contribute to technical roadmaps for presentation to OEM customers with minimal guidance
• May coordinate investigation / response of complex certification related questions and may assist in preparation / transmittal of any technical documentation required to support
• May lead creation of technical product proposals and related documentation in response to customer request for proposal or information with some oversight
• May perform advanced integration testing of select interfaces or functionality
• May identify, document, and coordinate technical aspects of new interfaces / functionality in order to support specific customer requirements
• May create and / or maintain airframe specific configuration details such as system architecture, detailed interconnect, and equipment list
• Apply Garmin's Mission, Vision, Values and Quality Policy and enthusiastically exhibits a desire to see Garmin succeed

Basic Qualifications

Technical Program Management and Communication

Desired Qualifications

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

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