Project Manager

avetics global pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

avetics global pte. ltd. is seeking a seasoned Drone Project Manager to lead client engagements from scoping to field deployment.

You will coordinate engineering, flight operations, and support teams to deliver integrated UAV solutions, ensuring milestones are met and risks mitigated. The role emphasizes technical oversight of ArduPilot-based systems, payload integrations, and regulatory compliance, with hands-on experience in drone hardware, tuning, and testing.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechatronics, Electronics, or related field.
• Experience with hardware or robotics engineering projects.
• Strong client-facing communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary client contact from project inception to completion.
• Define project scopes, timelines, and lead cross-functional teams.
• Ensure airworthiness and safety compliance throughout projects.
• Oversee field deployments, trials, and post-delivery support.
• Prepare detailed quotes and proposals based on feasibility and cost.

Skills

Client-facing communication

Project management

Technical leadership

Cross-functional coordination

Structured problem-solving

Technical fluency in UAV systems

Planning & prioritization

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in Aerospace/Mechatronics/Electronics

Tools

ROS

PX4

UAVCAN

Pix4D

Agisoft

QGroundControl

ArduPilot stack

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. Client Engagement & Project Scoping

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients from project inception to completion.
• Understand client requirements, propose technical solutions, and translate needs into actionable project scopes.
• Prepare detailed project quotes and commercial proposals based on technical feasibility and cost-efficiency.
• Conduct technical briefings and project kickoff meetings.

2. Project Planning & Leadership

• Define project timelines, resource plans, and milestones for drones and robotics system integrations or field deployments.
• Coordinate across engineering, flight operations, and support teams to ensure project alignment.
• Lead daily/weekly standups, status reviews, and risk assessments.

3. Technical Oversight

• Leverage knowledge in ArduPilot firmware, hardware configurations, mission planning, and system tuning.
• Review and guide integration of payloads, communication systems, flight controllers, and onboard sensors.
• Ensure adherence to airworthiness, safety protocols, and regulatory standards throughout the project lifecycle.

4. Field Operations & Trials

• Participate in or oversee flight trials, system calibrations, and environmental tests.
• Lead site surveys, pre-deployment checks, and trial documentation.
• Capture and elevate flight anomalies or issues for resolution by technical teams.

5. Post-Delivery Support

• Provide support during client onboarding and early-stage operation.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to resolve field issues and implement post-deployment updates.
• Maintain strong client relationships through reliable support and knowledge transfer.

Qualifications

Must-Have:

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechatronics, Electronics, or related field.
• Experience with hardware or robotics engineering Projects
• Strong client-facing communication and negotiation skills.

Nice-to-Have:

• PMP or Agile certification.
• Familiarity with ROS, PX4, or UAVCAN.
• Working knowledge of GIS tools and post-processing workflows (e.g., Pix4D, Agisoft).
• Understanding of drone compliance, risk assessments, and safety case preparation.
• Proven experience working with ArduPilot stack (Pixhawk, MAVLink, Mission Planner, QGroundControl).
• 3+ years of project management or technical leadership experience in the drone/UAV domain.
• Hands-on experience with drone hardware assembly, tuning, and testing.

Key Competencies

• Ownership & Accountability
• Structured Problem-Solving
• Technical Fluency in UAV Systems
• Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Coordination
• Strong Written & Verbal Communication
• Planning & Prioritization under Constraints