Project Manager - Airframe Systems
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Role Overview
The Project Manager will lead project management activities for airframe systems including hydraulics, actuation, landing gear, fuel, and environmental control systems.
The role bridges engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and program management to deliver projects within scope, schedule, and budget.
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About ADASI
ADASI develops, manufactures, operates, and maintains autonomous systems and services for air, land, and sea applications.
The company is headquartered in the UAE and focuses on defense innovation and autonomous capabilities.
Role Overview
The Project Manager will lead project management activities for airframe systems including hydraulics, actuation, landing gear, fuel, and environmental control systems.
The role bridges engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and program management to deliver projects within scope, schedule, and budget.
Project Management
- Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables for airframe systems.
- Develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
- Monitor projects from initiation through delivery and coordinate stakeholders daily.
- Drive continuous improvement in project execution and reporting.
Cross-Functional and Supplier Coordination
- Lead cross-functional teams across design, procurement, finance, legal, production, quality, and ILS.
- Act as liaison between engineering teams, suppliers, and executive leadership.
- Develop and manage RFIs, RFPs, and contractual agreements with airframe subsystem suppliers.
- Monitor supplier performance, risks, and deliverables.
Compliance and Delivery
- Ensure compliance with FAA and EASA certification requirements and defense standards such as MIL-STD.
- Support design reviews, testing campaigns, and production readiness.
- Manage customer expectations and contractual obligations.
- Report project status to senior management and the client.
Methods and Tools
- Apply PMI, Agile, and Earned Value Management methodologies.
- Use MS Project or Primavera for scheduling and resource planning.
- Use ERP systems such as SAP or equivalent for project tracking and reporting.
- Use risk management platforms and collaboration tools such as SharePoint or Teams.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 8 to 12 years of aerospace or defense project management experience with direct exposure to airframe systems.
- Demonstrated airframe systems experience and experience on development programs.
- Proven budget management, scheduling, and risk management experience.
- Excellent communication skills for executive and technical audiences.
Preferred Qualification
- A Master's degree is preferred.
- PMP or equivalent certification is desirable.
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