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TAT Technologies

Aerospace defense thermal management and MRO

Project Manager

Project ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCharlotte, NC, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical discipline is required.
  • U.S. citizenship or a Green Card is required.
  • At least 5 years of project management experience in engineering, product development, research and development, aerospace, manufacturing, or another highly regulated industry is required.
  • Demonstrated success leading cross-functional technical projects from concept through implementation is required.
  • Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, including schedules, budgets, resources, and priorities, is required.
  • A strong understanding of product development processes, engineering change management, and project lifecycle methodologies is required.
  • The ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, test data, and design documentation is required.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional engineering projects related to thermal management products, technologies, and customer-driven development programs.
  • Manage project schedules, milestones, budgets, risks, and deliverables to ensure successful execution.
  • Coordinate activities across engineering, laboratory, operations, quality, supply chain, and commercial teams.
  • Drive product development efforts from concept through design, testing, validation, certification, and production release.
  • Support the planning and execution of laboratory testing, qualification programs, and performance validation activities.
  • Track project progress and provide regular status updates to stakeholders and leadership.
  • Facilitate technical reviews, design reviews, and project gate reviews throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Work with engineering teams to define project scope, requirements, timelines, and resource needs.
  • Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans to maintain program objectives and schedules.
  • Ensure customer requirements, regulatory requirements, and internal quality standards are incorporated into project plans.
  • Coordinate prototype builds, product evaluations, and engineering change activities.
  • Support new technology development initiatives aimed at enhancing thermal performance, product reliability, and manufacturability.
  • Collaborate with customers and internal teams to translate technical requirements into actionable project plans.
  • Monitor project performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the research and development organization.
  • Maintain project documentation, schedules, action-item tracking, and communication plans.
  • Assist with prioritization of multiple concurrent projects within the research and development portfolio.
  • Facilitate communication between U.S. and international engineering teams as required.
  • Support strategic initiatives that advance the company's thermal management and heat transfer technology capabilities.
  • Ensure projects are executed in compliance with aerospace industry standards, customer requirements, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • A PMP, CAPM, or other project management certification or training is preferred.
  • Experience working with engineering, laboratory, quality, operations, and customer-facing teams is preferred.
  • Proven ability to identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies is preferred.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment is preferred.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Teams, is preferred.
  • Experience working in a matrixed and/or international organization is preferred.
  • Familiarity with aerospace industry standards, FAA regulations, certification processes, and quality systems is preferred.
  • Experience supporting thermal management, heat transfer, aerospace components, environmental control systems, or related technologies is preferred.
  • Experience coordinating laboratory testing, product validation, qualification programs, or new product introduction activities is preferred.

About the Company

TAT Technologies

Aerospace defense thermal management and MRO

TAT Technologies provides thermal management solutions for aerospace and defense, and offers end-to-end maintenance, repair, and overhaul for auxiliary power units and landing gear. Its products work by designing and manufacturing NextGen universal thermal systems to keep critical components at safe operating temperatures, while its in-house MRO team handles diagnostics, repair, and overhaul of subsystems. The company differentiates itself with an integrated approach that pairs advanced thermal technology with global, in-house capabilities, backed by AS9100 certification, a long track record, and a transparent, publicly traded model. Its goal is to raise performance, efficiency, and reliability across the world’s most advanced aircraft and defense platforms, delivering value as a trusted partner.

Company size
501-1,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Gedera, Israel
Founded
1969

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