Program Manager - Fleet Support / Airworthiness (m/f/d)

Grob Aircraft; Tussenhausen; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Flexible home office arrangements

Development opportunities

International team environment

Job summary

Grob Aircraft invites a seasoned Program/Project Manager to lead complex aviation programs, ensuring on-time delivery and regulator-compliant airworthiness documentation. You will serve as the primary liaison between the German headquarters and international customers, including Canada, coordinating audits and critical reviews.

The role requires substantial experience in aviation project management, strong airworthiness knowledge, and fluency in German and English.

Qualifications

• Degree in aerospace, mechanical engineering or related field.
• Several years of program/project management experience in aviation.
• Strong knowledge of airworthiness processes and authorities (EASA, TCCA, FAA).
• Fluent in German and English.

Responsibilities

• Deliver regular program status reports to customer and leadership.
• Schedule and host customer site visits and technical reviews.
• Plan, coordinate and lead audits by Airworthiness Authorities.
• Maintain a central action tracker and drive on-time closure of actions.
• Coordinate preparation, submission and tracking of Airworthiness Reports.
• Act as central interface between German HQ and international fleet customer in Canada.
• Travel occasionally to Canada and other customer sites.

Skills

Program management

Airworthiness processes

Authorities experience

German & English fluency

Education

Aerospace or Mechanical eng degree

PMP / PRINCE2

Tools

SAP

Job description

Grob Aircraft is entering a new era. As the manufacturer of the G120TP – one of the world's most trusted military training aircraft, operated by air forces across Europe, the Middle East and beyond – we have built a decades-long reputation for engineering excellence and reliability. With our recent integration into Helsing, Europe's leading AI defence company, we are now combining world‑class airframe design with cutting‑edge autonomous and AI‑driven capabilities. This is a rare moment: a proven aviation company with startup‑level ambition, backed by one of Europe's most consequential defence technology platforms. If you want to shape the future of military aviation in Europe, this is the place.

Your Role

• Deliver regular program status reports to the customer and internal leadership
• Schedule and host customer site visits and technical reviews
• Plan, coordinate and lead audits by Airworthiness Authorities
• Maintain a central action tracker and drive on‑time closure of all actions
• Coordinate preparation, submission and tracking of Airworthiness Reports
• Act as central interface between German headquarters and international fleet customer in Canada
• Travel occasionally to Canada and other customer sites

Your Profile

Must have:

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Several years of experience in program/project management in the aviation industry
• Strong knowledge of airworthiness processes and experience with authorities (EASA, TCCA, FAA)
• Fluent German and English

Nice to have:

• French language skills
• Experience with SAP
• Experience with military aviation programs
• PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent certification

What We Offer

• Fly our G115 with a PPL
• 30 days annual leave
• Flexible home office arrangements
• Individual development and training opportunities
• Collaborative, international team environment