IPT Head - Avionics & Communication

Title - IPT Head Avionics & Communication Job Description & Skill Requirement: Key Responsibilities 1. Program & IPT Leadership • Lead the Avionics & Communication IPT, ensuring alignment with overall aircraft program objectives. • Own scope, schedule, cost, and quality deliverables for avionics systems. • Coordinate across multi-disciplinary teams (systems, hardware, software, V&V, certification). • Act as the primary interface with customer, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. 2. System Architecture & Design • Define avionics system architecture, including: o Communication systems (VHF/UHF, SATCOM, data links) o Navigation systems (GNSS, INS, radio navigation aids) o Flight control & monitoring interfaces • Drive system-level trade studies, technology selection, and interface definitions. • Ensure system design complies with: o ARP4754A / ARP4761 o DO-178C (Software) o DO-254 (Hardware) • Develop and review: o System Requirements (SRD) o Interface Control Documents (ICD) o Architecture documents 3. Integration & Validation • Lead avionics system integration activities (LRU/system level). • Oversee verification & validation (V&V) strategy and execution: o HIL/SIL simulations o Ground & flight testing support • Ensure proper system interoperability across subsystems (EWIS, power, cockpit systems). 4. Certification & Compliance • Drive certification activities in line with: o FAA / EASA / DGCA regulations • Manage certification artifacts: o PSAC, PHAC, PDR/CDR reviews o Compliance matrices o Test plans & reports • Interface with DERs, ARs, and certification authorities. 5. Stakeholder & Customer Management • Act as technical focal point for avionics domain. • Present design progress, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders. • Support proposal/RFQ responses, estimation, and technical solutioning. 6. Risk & Configuration Management • Identify and mitigate technical risks and integration issues. • Ensure adherence to configuration management and change control processes. • Manage dependencies across IPTs (structures, propulsion, electrical). Experience • 12-18+ years in aerospace/aviation domain. • Strong exposure to: o Avionics system development lifecycle o Aircraft NPD programs • Experience in leading IPTs or large cross-functional teams is mandatory. Technical Skills • Strong knowledge of: o Avionics architectures & communication protocols (ARINC 429/664, CAN) o Flight deck systems & avionics integration o Certification standards (DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754A) • Familiarity with: o MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo, Rhapsody) o Simulation/integration environments • Understanding of: o EWIS integration o Electrical power systems interface with avionics Leadership & Soft Skills • Strong program leadership and decision-making capabilities • Excellent stakeholder communication skills • Ability to manage distributed (onsite-offshore) teams • Strong problem-solving and risk management mindset Preferred Skills • Experience with eVTOL / UAV / advanced air mobility programs • Exposure to cybersecurity in avionics (DO-326A) • Knowledge of digital thread / PLM environments (3DX, Teamcenter) Key Deliverables • Avionics system architecture and design baseline • Integrated and validated avionics systems • Certification-ready documentation & compliance artifacts • On-time IPT deliverables aligned with program milestones Reporting Structure • Reports to: Program Manager / Chief Engineer • Leads: Avionics IPT team (System, Design, V&V, Certification engineers) Qualification: • Bachelor's / Master's in: o Aerospace Engineering o Electronics & Communication o Avionics / Electrical Engineering

Lead the Avionics & Communication Integrated Product Team (IPT) to manage scope, schedule, cost, and quality of avionics systems. Oversee system architecture, integration, validation, and certification compliance with FAA, EASA, and DGCA regulations.

Requires 12-18+ years of experience in the aerospace domain with a mandatory background in leading cross-functional teams. A degree in Aerospace, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering is required along with deep knowledge of avionics certification standards.

• Risk ManagementSouhaitée
• Stakeholder ManagementSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Avionics Architecture
• Communication Protocols
• ARINC 429/664
• DO-178C
• DO-254
• ARP4754A
• System Integration
• Certification Compliance
• MBSE
• Risk Management
• Stakeholder Management
• V&V Strategy
• Flight Control Interfaces
• Project Leadership
• Configuration Management
• Technical Solutioning

• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Transportation
• Manufacturing
• Science & Research

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

18+ ans

Postuler avant le

4 oct. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level

Mode de candidature

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