Senior / Principal Project Manager – Aircraft Development

Incomar; Gauteng; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defence company in Centurion is seeking a motivated Senior or Principal Project Manager. This role involves managing aircraft development projects, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring project delivery is timely and within budget. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in aerospace projects and a relevant engineering degree, as well as strong leadership and project management skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in aerospace/aircraft/avionics project environments.
• Experience in aircraft systems development projects.
• Proven technical management skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely delivery of project tasks within scope and budget.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor junior project managers.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Technical Management

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's in Aeronautical Engineering

Applicable Bachelor's Degree or Technical Qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Senior / Principal Project Manager – Aircraft Development

INCOMAR, based in Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa, is seeking a motivated Senior or Principal Project Manager to join our aerospace and defence company. We specialize in product development and flight operations, with a history rooted in military aircraft weapons, avionics integration, and flight testing.

The ideal candidate will be part of a team across Projects, Engineering, and Flight Operations, managing aircraft and avionics development projects. This role involves leading and mentoring junior project managers.

Qualifications:

• Applicable Bachelor's Degree or Technical Qualification; a Bachelor's in Aeronautical Engineering is preferred.

Skills & Experience:

• 10+ years in aerospace/aircraft/avionics project environments.
• Experience in aircraft systems development projects.
• Proven technical management and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of project management tools, methodologies, budgeting, risk, and change management.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely, within scope and budget delivery of tasks.
• Participate in planning, monitoring, and reporting project progress.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Manage risks, resources, and vendor relationships.
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate project team members.
• Report issues and ensure adherence to quality standards.

This position is classified as Mid-Senior level, with employment being other than full-time. The role falls under Project Management and Information Technology within the Defense and Space Manufacturing industry.