Aeronotic Project Manager

Aerospace Project Manager (M/F)

Position : Aerospace Project Manager

Reporting to : Program Director / Head of Engineering Department

Location : Terrasson-Lavilledieu – Dordogne (24), France

Contract Type : Permanent (CDI)

Salary : €60,000 gross/year

Availability : As soon as possible

Mobility : Frequent travel within France and internationally

Main Mission

Manage aerospace product or system development projects from pre-design to mass production, ensuring quality compliance, meeting deadlines and cost objectives, while strictly applying the IATF 16949 Core Tools.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead aerospace projects in a highly regulated environment (EN 9100)
• Plan, organize, and lead project meetings (milestone reviews, technical reviews, etc.)
• Coordinate internal teams (R&D, Quality, Production, Purchasing, Supply Chain)
• Manage technical interactions with clients and suppliers
• Implement and monitor the following:
  • APQP – Advanced Product Quality Planning
  • PPAP – Production Part Approval Process
  • FMEA – Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (Product & Process)
  • MSA – Measurement System Analysis
  • SPC – Statistical Process Control
  • FAI – First Article Inspection
• Identify project risks and implement preventive/corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards (EN 9100, ISO 9001, IATF 16949 and its tools)

Required Profile

Education : Engineering degree (Aerospace, Mechanical, Industrial) or equivalent (Bac+5)

Experience : Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role within the aerospace, automotive, or highly regulated industrial sector. Proven experience in applying IATF 16949 Core Tools.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of technical project management
• Proficiency in quality tools: APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP
• Solid understanding of standards: EN 9100, ISO 9001, IATF 16949
• Proficiency in office and planning tools (MS Project, ERP, Microsoft Office Suite)

Soft Skills

• Natural leadership and team spirit
• Highly organized, rigorous, and autonomous
• Excellent communication and adaptability skills