Program Manager, Avionics

Gilat

$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 5+ years in Program Management
  • Background in commercial aviation
  • Experience with aviation systems or complex aircraft installations
  • Familiarity with aircraft certification programs is a plus
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools
  • Ability to work in the US without sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Manage customer programs as the main representative
  • Lead program delivery focusing on schedule and commitments
  • Coordinate regular program reviews and key milestones
  • Partner with Engineering and Operations for program execution
  • Support strategic planning and budgeting activities
  • Collaborate with customers and vendors for successful program delivery

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Supportive team culture
  • Involvement in cutting-edge aviation technology projects
Full Job Description
Description

Who we are looking for

We are looking for an experienced Program Manager, Avionics to manage customer programs for Gilat Stellar Blu's satellite terminal and system solutions. The ideal candidate brings strong program management experience, a background in commercial aviation, and the ability to work closely with customers, engineering, operations, and external partners.

What you will do

  • Manage customer programs and serve as the primary company representative for assigned customers.
  • Lead program delivery, including schedule, scope, risks, opportunities, and customer commitments.
  • Coordinate regular program reviews and key milestones, including PDRs and CDRs.
  • Partner with Engineering and Operations teams to ensure successful program execution.
  • Support proposal development, strategic planning, budgeting, and cross-functional project activities.
  • Collaborate with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to drive program success and integrated solutions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree - a must.
  • 5+ years of experience in a similar Program Management role.
  • Program Management experience - a must.
  • Previous commercial aviation experience.
  • Experience with aviation systems, ISPs, or complex aircraft installations.
  • Experience with aircraft certification programs (FAA, EASA, TCCA, etc.) - advantage.
  • Familiarity with aircraft engineering drawings and documentation - advantage.
  • Experience with commercial aviation IFEC products or services - advantage.
  • Strong planning, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Microsoft Project or similar tools required.
  • Ability to legally work in the US without sponsorship.


WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE: Must be able to legally work in the US without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a post offer DOT drug test upon hire.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations made by to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties and responsibilities can be changed at any time at management discretion.

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