Garmin · 2 days ago
Aviation Programs Engineer/Manager 1
Olathe, KS
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelGarmin is seeking a full-time Aviation Programs Engineer/Manager 1 in Olathe, KS. In this role, you will support the conception, development, and application of sophisticated avionics systems while ensuring compliance with customer requirements and effective communication with stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Support OEM customer inquiries and ensures effective communication with customers and internal stakeholders
Demonstrate attention to detail and consistently maintain all work products in an organized fashion
Develop basic working knowledge of Garmin Integrated Flight Decks, Garmin aviation products, or sub-systems
Develop basic working knowledge of standard department processes and tools while demonstrating application throughout all program life cycles
Lead creation of various presentation materials to inform internal stakeholders of relevant program progress or issues with some direction or oversight
Assist with evaluation/execution of technical program requirements or customer inquiries
Assist with execution of standard processes to ensure all program specific requirements are assigned, implemented, and verified to meet customer expectations
Develop troubleshooting skills that can assist with identification and resolution of technical or programmatic issues related to active programs
Assist with creation and/or review of Garmin documentation such as coordination memos or scalable product notifications to inform customers of basic technical information
May develop project specific planning documents and provide input to cross-functional resource plans with some direction or oversight
May monitor and maintain the program schedule including key milestones for both Garmin and applicable OEM
May lead meetings with external/internal stake holders to track milestone progress, document actions and diligently follow through to completion with some direction or oversight
May contribute to technical roadmaps for presentation to OEM customers with some guidance
May coordinate investigation and response of certification related questions and may assist in preparation and transmittal of any technical documentation required to support
May contribute to the creation of technical product proposals and related documentation in response to customer request for proposal or information
May perform integration testing of select interfaces or functionality
May create/maintain airframe specific configuration details such as system architecture, detailed interconnect, and equipment list
Apply Garmin’s Mission, Vision, Values and Quality Policy and enthusiastically exhibit a desire to see Garmin succeed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Math, or Physics OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule) with the demonstrated ability to apply learned knowledge
Must demonstrate the capability to perform basic troubleshooting & debugging
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and work well with others
Preferred
Pilot's License
Garmin Integrated Flight Deck experience
Previous work or internship experience working on consumer or aviation products
Demonstrates proficient working knowledge of Garmin Integrated Flight Decks and general knowledge of all Garmin aviation products
Experience with development and collaboration tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Project or similar
System safety knowledge
Benefits
Garmin's benefit program
Company
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