Project Manager MRO

Safran Electronics & Defense, Avionics USA, LLC.; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Electronics & Defense, Avionics USA, LLC in Dallas, TX is seeking a Project Manager MRO to lead avionics maintenance, repair and overhaul projects on-site in Grand Prairie. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, track schedules and budgets, and ensure work complies with contractual requirements and quality standards.

The role requires strong communication, risk management, and the ability to interact with customers and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and drive continuous

Qualifications

• Experience managing aviation, aerospace, or MRO projects.
• Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and budgets.
• Familiarity with FAA/EASA/AS9100 regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, repair and overhaul projects for avionics.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, schedules and milestones.
• Prepare project documentation and manage risks and opportunities.
• Ensure safety, on-time delivery and budget adherence.
• Interface with customers and stakeholders to define objectives.

Skills

Cross-functional coordination

Budget management

Schedule management

Communication

Problem solving

Regulatory knowledge (FAA/EASA/AS9100)

Tools

MS Project

Excel

ERP / MRO systems

Job description

Company Description

Safran Electronics & Defense, Avionics USA, LLC is a US-incorporated company headquartered in Dallas, Texas and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Safran Electronics & Defense. The company delivers high-quality avionics products and services for aircraft and helicopters, including product design, technical support, and MRO (maintenance, repair and overhaul) services. Its commercial aerospace portfolio includes integrated cockpit display systems, illuminated avionics push button switches, helicopter autopilot systems, flight control components, aircraft condition and monitoring systems, and flight operations quality assurance software. As part of Safran Electronics & Defense, a global leader in optronics, avionics, electronics, and critical software for civil and military markets, the organization benefits from a strong international presence with 7,600 employees across Europe, Asia Pacific, North America, and South America. The broader Safran Electronics & Defense group holds leading positions worldwide in inertial navigation systems, helicopter flight controls, and tactical UAV systems, offering a dynamic and technologically advanced environment for aviation professionals.

Role Description

The Project Manager MRO will oversee maintenance, repair, and overhaul projects for avionics products, ensuring that work scopes are executed safely, on time, and within budget. This full-time, on-site role based in Grand Prairie, TX includes coordinating cross-functional teams, managing project schedules and milestones, and monitoring progress against contractual and internal requirements. The role involves interfacing with customers and internal stakeholders to define project objectives, communicate status, resolve issues, and support continuous improvement of MRO processes and services. The Project Manager MRO will prepare project documentation, track risks and opportunities, support cost estimates, and contribute to resource planning and workload forecasting. The position also includes supporting quality, regulatory, and company compliance standards while driving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in project management within aviation, aerospace, or MRO environments, including planning, execution, and monitoring of technical projects.
• Strong skills in coordinating cross-functional teams, managing schedules, budgets, and deliverables, and driving issue resolution to meet customer and organizational objectives.
• Knowledge of avionics systems, maintenance and repair processes, and applicable regulatory and quality standards (e.g., FAA, EASA, AS9100) is highly beneficial.
• Proficiency with project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Excel, ERP or MRO systems), and solid analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare concise reports, present project status, and interact professionally with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work on site in Grand Prairie, TX, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced