Technical Project Manager - Aviation Test Equipment (Mechanical & Industrial)

Test-Fuchs Corp.

$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Aerospace Systems Engineering or related field
  • Proven experience managing complex technical projects
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and mechanical assemblies
  • Project Management certification (PMP, IPMA, PRINCE2) preferred
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams
  • Skilled in customer relationship management
  • Fluency in additional languages, particularly German, is advantageous

Responsibilities

  • Translate complex customer requirements into technical project definitions
  • Plan project timelines and resources with technical teams
  • Own the full project lifecycle from concept to approval
  • Lead customer communication and project presentation activities
  • Provide management with regular project updates on progress and risks

Benefits

  • Join an innovative family-owned company with global reach
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life, AD&D, and disability insurance included
  • Paid time off and flexible working hours
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Initial and ongoing training opportunities at headquarters
Full Job Description
US-location in Brecksville, Ohio (founded in 2017), and the second global equipment production facility, currently employs around 30 highly qualified employees and offers plenty of room for further growth and personal development.

As we continue to expand, we are seeking a Technical Project Manager with strong mechanical/industrial engineering experience to lead complex customer projects for our advanced aerospace test systems.
Responsibilities
  • Translate complex customer requirements and sales input into clear technical and commercial project definitions
  • Plan project timelines and resources closely with Lead Engineers and technical specialists
  • Own the full project lifecycle from concept to final approval with the customers
  • Lead customer communication and ensure all PDR, CDR, V&V activities and approval milestones are professionally prepared and executed
  • Report directly to the Managing Director with clear updates on progress, risks and decisions


Requirements
    • Degree, in Aerospace Systems Engineering, Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related technical field
    • Proven experience in managing complex technical projects (f.e. industrial machinery, custom equipment, automation systems or test benches)
    • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, mechanical assemblies and industrial hardware
    • Project Management certification (PMP, IPMA, PRINCE2) is a strong advantage
    • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex customer projects
    • Skilled in building agreements and maintaining excellent customer relationships
    • Additional languages, especially German, are an advantage
    • Highly motivated, self-driven, and comfortable working hands-on with real hardware and equipment


Benefits
    • Working in a global, innovative, family-owned company with long-term stability
    • Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
    • Life and AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
    • Paid time off and holidays and flexible working hours
    • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
    • Comprehensive initial training at Austrian headquarters, ongoing training and professional development opportunities

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