Avionics Systems Product Team Lead

IPT Leader – Avionics Systems Mirabel, Quebec | Hybrid – 3 days on-site | Full-time $130,000 – $160,000 + benefits We're looking for a senior IPT Leader / Program Manager to lead a significant portion of an aircraft avionics program. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Program Manager with a Systems Engineering background, or an Engineering Manager / technical leader with strong program and project management experience who is ready to take on broader responsibility. What You'll Do You'll lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for complex avionics development activities, working across Engineering, Procurement, Operations, suppliers, and program leadership. Your responsibilities will include: Leading an Integrated Product Team responsible for a significant avionics portfolio. Managing program priorities, schedules, budgets, milestones, risks, resources, and deliverables. Working closely with engineering and systems teams to understand technical challenges and drive solutions. Coordinating multidisciplinary teams to resolve complex technical and program issues. Managing supplier commitments, performance, and delivery. Identifying risks early and developing mitigation and recovery plans. Providing senior leadership with clear visibility into program performance, risks, and key decisions. Balancing technical requirements, business priorities, schedules, and resources. Building strong relationships across a matrix organization and influencing teams without relying solely on authority. Continuously improving program execution, communication, and processes. The role supports a broad range of aircraft avionics systems, including areas such as: Communications Flight Management Aircraft Displays Integrated Avionics Embedded Systems Other aircraft systems supporting the overall avionics architecture Leadership Scope You'll directly lead approximately 2–3 Program Managers within a core program team of approximately 10 people. Your overall sphere of influence will be approximately 50 people. You'll Bring 10+ years of professional experience in a relevant technical, engineering, project, or program environment. Experience in aerospace, avionics, aircraft systems, automotive, or another technically complex industry. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Project Management, or a related field. Strong Program and Project Management experience. Experience leading multidisciplinary teams. Experience managing schedules, budgets, risks, suppliers, and deliverables. Experience working within a matrix organization. Strong technical curiosity and systems thinking. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong judgment, common sense, and problem-solving ability. The ability to learn quickly and become credible in a technically complex environment. Why Join? You'll have the opportunity to: Lead complex aircraft avionics programs. Work alongside highly experienced engineering teams. Influence major technical and program decisions. Lead multidisciplinary teams in a matrix environment. Work with international suppliers and stakeholders. Develop your career across Program Management and Engineering. Gain exposure to advanced aircraft systems and avionics development. Travel: Occasional international travel may be required If you're a strong Avionics Engineer, Systems Engineer, Engineering Manager, or technical leader who may not yet have the seniority required for this IPT leadership position, we still want to hear from you.

Lead a multidisciplinary Integrated Product Team responsible for a significant aircraft avionics portfolio, managing schedules, budgets, and deliverables. Coordinate across engineering, procurement, and operations to resolve complex technical issues and manage supplier performance.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Project Management and over 10 years of experience in aerospace or a complex technical industry. Must have a proven track record of leading multidisciplinary teams within a matrix organization.

• Project managementPreferred
• Stakeholder ManagementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Program Management
• Project Management
• Systems Engineering
• Avionics Development
• Integrated Product Team Leadership
• Budget Management
• Risk Mitigation
• Supplier Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Matrix Organization Leadership
• Resource Planning
• Technical Leadership

• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Transportation

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Sep 26, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Office presence

3 days per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available