AVIATION PROGRAMS MANAGER (F/M)

We are seeking a full-time Aviation Programs Manager for our office in Toulouse, France. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting successful conception, development, and/or application of sophisticated avionics systems - including creation of technical system proposals and related documentation, identifying and documenting technical scope of change, and ensuring system compliance with customer requirements.

Essential Functions

• Support OEM customer inquiries and ensure 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 stakeholders 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 identify, document, and coordinate technical aspects of new interfaces / functionality to support specific customer requirements
• May create and/or maintain airframe specific configuration details such as system architecture, detailed interconnect, and equipment list
• May travel in Europe to OEM customer locations and to Garmin HQ in the United States
• Apply Garmin's Mission, Vision, Values and Quality Policy and enthusiastically exhibits a desire to see Garmin succeed

Required Qualifications

• University degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Math, or Physics AND a minimum of 5-year relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrates strong knowledge and skills in one or more of the following areas:
  • Technical Program Management and Communication
  • System Requirements, Integration, Certification
  • New Business Pursuits
• Demonstrates strong troubleshooting skills
• Driven problem solver with proven success in solving difficult problems
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and work well with others
• Establishes a high standard regarding personal ownership and accountability of tasks and holds others to the same standard
• English fluent oral and written

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree
• Demonstrates proficient working knowledge of Garmin Integrated Flight Decks and general knowledge of all Garmin aviation products
• Experience with development and collaboration tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Project, or similar
• System safety knowledge
• Additional language such as Italian or German

Candidacy

• Interested in this position? Please send your CV with a cover letter in English to: Please mention in the subject of your email "Aviation Programs Manager" followed by your last name.