Project Engineer – Aviation
| Company | Echostar |
|---|---|
| Location | Germantown, MD, USA, Downers Grove, IL, USA |
| Salary | $97500 – $130000 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering or related field with an aviation background.
- 3+ years of relevant experience.
- Technical background in avionics, telecommunications, or related disciplines.
Responsibilities
- Plan, initiate, and manage hardware development and STC Projects from conception to completion.
- Ensure the successful development, certification, and deployment of in-flight connectivity systems.
- Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables and ensure they are achieved on time and within budget. Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and implement changes as necessary.
- Maintain strong relationships with partners to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment.
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and technical documentation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop technical requirements and specifications for in-flight connectivity systems.
- Proactively address technical issues and obstacles that may arise during project development.
- Author interface control documents, system descriptions, whitepapers, and other key technical documents for internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Develop risk mitigation plans and drive risks to closure.
- Prepare and deliver progress reports to senior management and stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with aviation regulations and standards, such as CFR Part 25, RTCA DO-160, DO-178, and DO-254.
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Experience designing or modifying aircraft hardware, aircraft structures and avionics.
- Experience executing retrofit and line fit projects in the aviation industry.
- Proven experience in project management within the aviation or in-flight connectivity industry.
- Ability to influence a variety of stakeholders to establish technical concurrence.