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, Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or related field
  • Proven experience in managing complex technical projects (e.g., industrial machinery, custom equipment)
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and mechanical assemblies
  • Project Management certification (PMP, IPMA, PRINCE2) is a strong advantage
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams
  • Skilled in building agreements and maintaining customer relationships
  • Additional languages, especially German, are an advantage
  • Self-motivated and comfortable with hands-on work with hardware

Responsibilities

  • Translate complex customer requirements into clear project definitions
  • Plan project timelines and resources with Lead Engineers and specialists
  • Own full project lifecycle from concept to customer approval
  • Lead customer communication and ensure milestones are executed
  • Report directly to the Managing Director on project updates and risks

Benefits

  • 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 with flexible working hours
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Initial training at Austrian headquarters and ongoing professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
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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