Aircraft Technical Project Manager @ Aerotek

Job Title: Aircraft Technical Project ManagerJob DescriptionThe Aircraft Technical Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and completion of avionics modification projects for aircraft based in Breslau, Ontario. This role combines direct customer coordination, technical oversight, and cross-functional leadership to ensure that all projects meet regulatory requirements, technical standards, timelines, and quality expectations throughout the entire project life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, managing scheduling, purchase orders, and travel arrangements related to avionics modification projects.
• Conduct detailed aircraft surveys to identify optimal modification design solutions that meet customer needs and regulatory standards.
• Review internal drawings to verify technical accuracy and ensure full regulatory compliance prior to installation and certification.
• Plan and manage manpower allocation and scheduling across departments to support ongoing modification activities and project timelines.
• Liaise with third-party vendors to coordinate services, materials, and support required for successful project execution.
• Maintain and update project data tracking tools and programs to monitor progress, milestones, and resource utilization.
• Compile and provide technical data and documentation packages required to support project planning, execution, and certification.
• Oversee parts and component requirements, ensuring availability and timely delivery to prevent delays in project completion.
• Review Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) and (s)STC projects for omissions, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
• Review task cards and additional work documents to ensure clarity, completeness, and technical correctness.
• Mentor installation crews by providing guidance on procedures, offering hands-on technical assistance, and promoting best practices.
• Troubleshoot installation issues and coordinate with engineering teams to resolve technical challenges as they arise.
• Prepare Engineering Request documentation to address installation challenges and to initiate design or process changes when needed.
• Compile all Return-to-Service documentation and carefully review it for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory conformity.
• Coordinate final aircraft inspections and arrange flight permits to support aircraft return to service after modifications.
• Prepare installation compliance documentation, including Modification Reports, Weight and Balance calculations, and logbook entries.
• Calculate and document electrical load changes resulting from avionics modifications to ensure safe and compliant operation.
• Review and validate work orders and associated documentation to confirm that all work performed aligns with project scope and standards.
• Provide technical data and post-installation support to customers, ensuring a smooth transition to operational use of modified systems.
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding troubleshooting and snag rectification, offering timely and accurate technical solutions.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and company-approved manuals throughout the project lifecycle.

Essential Skills

• Extensive project management experience in technical aviation environments, with the ability to lead complex avionics modification projects from planning through completion.
• Deep knowledge of avionics systems, including design, installation, integration, and operational considerations.
• Hands-on experience with avionics installation practices and procedures in an OEM or MRO setting.
• Strong avionics troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.
• AME E license or equivalent certification in avionics maintenance engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in avionics maintenance and repair, demonstrating progressive technical responsibility.
• 5 years of management experience in an OEM or MRO environment, including supervision of technical teams and coordination across departments.
• Proven ability to interpret and review technical drawings, task cards, and work orders for accuracy and compliance.
• Solid understanding of regulatory requirements related to aircraft modifications, STC projects, and return-to-service documentation.
• Strong communication skills for effective customer coordination and cross-functional collaboration.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working within small, cross-functional aviation teams in a hangar environment.
• Familiarity with project data tracking tools and programs used to monitor aviation modification projects.
• Ability to mentor and coach technical crews, fostering a collaborative and safety-focused work culture.
• Experience preparing engineering requests, modification reports, and compliance documentation for aircraft.
• Knowledge of weight and balance calculations and electrical load analysis related to avionics modifications.
• Comfort liaising with third-party vendors and external partners to support project objectives.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when managing documentation and regulatory records.

Why Work Here? Join a growing aviation organization that offers stability and long-term opportunity within a well-established Canadian aerospace ecosystem. Employees and their dependents benefit from fully paid benefits, supporting health and financial well-being. The culture emphasizes collaboration in a close-knit team environment, where technical expertise is valued and professional growth is encouraged.

Work EnvironmentThis role is based at the Waterloo Wellington Airport hangar in Breslau, Ontario, working within a small team environment of approximately 20 people per shift. The standard schedule runs from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, providing a structured daytime workweek in a hands-on aviation maintenance and modification setting.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Kitchener, ON.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Kitchener,ON.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de laviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons lexpertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de lindustrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers lAmérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions daffaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi quun programme daide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

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About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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