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Astronics Corporation · 1 month ago

ODA Program Manager

Waukegan, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$90K/yr - $139K/yr

8+ years exp

Astronics is a global market leader for in-flight entertainment and connectivity solutions for aircraft. The ODA Program Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and managing project resources, schedules, and communication among stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes.

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Responsibilities

Oversee project coordination in accordance with FAA and ODA unit policy and procedures manual

Communicate and collaborate with the ODA Administrator(s), ensuring smooth project approval processes

Ensure compliance with all applicable FAA regulations throughout project lifecycles

Work towards and obtain the ODA procedures manual defined delegation of ODA Project Manager

Once delegated as an ODA Project Manager, ensure project coordination in accordance with FAA and ODA unit policy and procedures

Lead and mentor junior members of the certification team, ensuring they adhere to project processes and regulatory standards

Work with the applicable resource managers for allocation of project responsibilities

Develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring timely completion of milestones and reviews

Facilitate risk management activities, identifying potential project risks and implementing mitigation strategies

Provide project status as required to company Project Management Office (PMO) and senior management

Promote continuous improvement in project management practices within the ODA unit, including participation in ODA audit processes

Assist in the development and implementation of training programs for appropriate ODA designee candidates

Qualification

FAA STC regulationsAeronautical engineeringProject managementFAA experienceEngineering Representative certificationCustomer serviceJudgmentPlanning/OrganizingQualityDependabilityOral communicationWritten communicationTeamworkMotivationAdaptability

Required

A detailed familiarity of FAA STC (Part 21, 23, 25, 27 or 29) regulations, policies and procedures

Minimum of 4 years management of FAA STC projects

Demonstrated sound judgment and integrity

At least eight years of aeronautical, mechanical, or electrical engineering experience

Preferred

Minimum of 6 years of working experience with the FAA or ODA unit on projects similar to those authorized under the ODA

Authorized as an FAA Engineering or Flight Test Designated Engineering Representative (DER) or ODA unit member (UM). Knowledge of program management tools and procedures

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity.

401K, Profit Sharing & Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employee Assistance Program & Wellness Program

Generous Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement Program