Technical Project Manager- Enhanced Flight Vision Systems

Summary

Universal Avionics is pioneering the next generation of connected and intelligent flight systems. We’re developing advanced AI-enabled video and data processing platforms designed to transform how flight crews perceive and interact with their environment, delivering unparalleled situational awareness and safety even in challenging visibility conditions. We’re looking for a Technical Project Manager (TPM) to lead the roadmap and execution of these groundbreaking products. You’ll work at the intersection of hardware, software, and artificial intelligence, guiding a world-class team to bring this technology from concept to cockpit. The TPM is responsible for working closely and supporting their respective Program Manager (PM) for their assigned project.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities / What You’ll Do

• Project Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams developing cutting-edge avionics products from proposal and planning through certification and production transition. The TPM must be able to dig into the details and complexity of the design to proactively drive and influence critical technical decisions and manage scope effectively.
• Planning & Control: Develop technical proposals, Statements of Work (SOW), and comprehensive Project Plans. Ensure execution adheres to company processes and meets all customer and regulatory requirements.
• Schedule & Budget Management: Develop and maintain project schedules, manage resource allocation, control technical scope, and meet company goals for schedule and budget performance.
• Risk & Reporting: Proactively identify and manage project risks (including developing and maintaining a Risk Management Plan). Provide clear, timely project status updates to Program Management and senior leadership.
• Compliance: Work closely with Export Controls and Compliance POC to address all considerations before project kickoff.

Competency/ What You Bring
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.

• Leadership and experience managing complex engineering projects (aerospace experience is a plus!)
• Understanding of AI systems, computer vision, image processing, neural networks, or sensor fusion systems is a plus.
• Familiarity with embedded software, hardware acceleration, or real-time video/data processing architectures.
• A positive attitude and genuine curiosity to learn and grow
• Strong planning and organizational skills (e.g. MS Project, Jira)
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and deliver results
• Excellent communication skills

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Join a team that’s transforming aviation through AI, vision systems, and next-generation connectivity. At Universal Avionics, you’ll collaborate with leading engineers and innovators to shape how pilots see and understand their world.

We’re a fast-growing, forward-thinking company backed by Elbit Systems, combining the stability of a global organization with the excitement and agility of an innovation-driven engineering culture.

Here, your work will directly impact the evolution of flight safety, automation, and situational awareness in modern aviation

Minimum Qualifications

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) in Engineering - Software, Electrical, Mechanical, Project Engineering, or Systems Engineering is required.  Exceptions to this requirement are possible if offset by experience in an engineering development environment. 
• Minimum five (5) yrs. experience in design and development as an engineer, preferably within the aviation industry
• Minimum three (3) yrs. experience managing engineering projects, preferably within the aviation industry
• Must be a well-organized individual and self-motivated with strong leadership skills
• Individual must possess strong problem-solving skills

What We Offer:

• Benefits eligibility starts on your first day as a full-time employee at Universal Avionics.
• Medical insurance (multiple plan options, including low-deductible PPO)
• Preventive care covered at 100%
• Affordable copays for doctor visits, urgent care, and prescriptions
• Teladoc virtual care access
• Vision coverage through VSP (includes exams, frames, and lenses)
• Dental insurance (covers preventive, basic, and major services)
• 401(k) with immediate safe harbor match (100% match on up to 4% of pay after 60 days)
• 9/80 work schedule option – every other Friday off
• Vacation, sick time, and 14 paid holidays (including a week in December)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Gym reimbursement
• Wellness programs:
  • Vitality (earn rewards for healthy habits)
  • One Pass Select (discounted access to gyms, fitness apps, and more)
  • Travel assistance and employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and emotional wellness support:
  • Up to 3 free counseling visits per issue/year through Reliance Matrix
  • Up to 6 free counseling sessions per issue/year through Health Advocate
  • Includes mental health, financial, legal, work-life, medical navigation, and life coaching support
• And more!

 Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Universal Avionics offers the best of both worlds: the close-knit, agile culture of a mid-sized company, with the resources and global impact of our parent company, Elbit Systems.
• Our team is driven by purpose, innovation, and a shared passion for aviation safety.
• Here's what makes our work environment thrive:
• A collaborative, supportive team of skilled professionals and mentors
• Groundbreaking projects that shape the future of avionics technology
• A company culture that promotes innovation, career growth, and continuous learning
• Meaningful work that impacts air travel safety around the world
• A strong work-life balance, including a 9/80 schedule option

 To learn more about Universal Avionics, visit: www.UniversalAvionics.com

 Universal Avionics’ products and technology are subject to U.S. export laws and regulations, including but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As part of our compliance process, we inquire about work authorization and citizenship status to ensure alignment with these regulations.