Garmin

Aviation Project Engineer

Garmin • $80K — $110K *
Olathe, KS 66062In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 1 year of relevant aerospace or engineering experience
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Strong proficiency in Technical Program Management and Communication
  • Excellent troubleshooting skills
  • Demonstrated problem-solving capabilities
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Responsibilities

  • Support OEM customer inquiries and maintain effective communication
  • Develop strong knowledge of Garmin aviation products and integrated systems
  • Lead the creation of presentation materials for internal stakeholders
  • Evaluate and execute technical program requirements with some oversight
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical or programmatic issues
  • Create and review documentation such as coordination memos and product notifications
  • Develop project-specific planning documents with minimal guidance

Benefits

  • Eligible for Garmin's benefit program
  • Access to resources for professional development
  • Opportunities for career growth within a leading company in aviation technology
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Supportive company culture promoting teamwork and accountability
Full Job Description
Overview

We are seeking a full-time Aviation Programs Engineer/Manager 2 at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. 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 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
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Math, or Physics AND a minimum of 1 year relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
  • Demonstrates strong knowledge and skills in one or more of the following areas:
    • Technical Program Management and Communication
    • System Requirements and Integration
    • 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

Desired Qualifications
  • Master's Degree
  • Pilot's License
  • Garmin Integrated Flight Deck experience
  • 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


This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits

About Garmin

Garmin Ltd. is an American multinational technology company founded in 1989 by Gary Burrell and Min Kao in Lenexa, Kansas. The company specializes in GPS technology for automotive, aviation, marine, outdoor, and sport activities. Garmin's products serve aviation, marine, automotive, wireless, outdoor recreation, and fitness markets. The company's goal is to create navigation and communication devices that can enrich customers' lives. Garmin has offices in the United States, Europe, and Asia. The company's products are sold in over 100 countries.
Learn more about Garmin
Size
18,700 employees
Market Cap
$17.5 billion
Industry
Consumer Technology
Net Income
$992.3 million
Founded
1989
5 Year Trend
+10.3%
Revenue
$4.1 billion
NASDAQ
GRMN
* Ladders Estimates

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