Avionics & Communication - IPT Head

Job Description & Skill Requirement: Key Responsibilities 1. Program & IPT Leadership • Lead the Avionics & Communication IPT, ensuring alignment with overall aircraft program objectives. • Own scope, schedule, cost, and quality deliverables for avionics systems. • Coordinate across multi-disciplinary teams (systems, hardware, software, V&V, certification). • Act as the primary interface with customer, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. 2. System Architecture & Design • Define avionics system architecture, including: o Communication systems (VHF/UHF, SATCOM, data links) o Navigation systems (GNSS, INS, radio navigation aids) o Flight control & monitoring interfaces • Drive system-level trade studies, technology selection, and interface definitions. • Ensure system design complies with: o ARP4754A / ARP4761 o DO-178C (Software) o DO-254 (Hardware) • Develop and review: o System Requirements (SRD) o Interface Control Documents (ICD) o Architecture documents 3. Integration & Validation • Lead avionics system integration activities (LRU/system level). • Oversee verification & validation (V&V) strategy and execution: o HIL/SIL simulations o Ground & flight testing support • Ensure proper system interoperability across subsystems (EWIS, power, cockpit systems).________________________________________ 4. Certification & Compliance • Drive certification activities in line with: o FAA / EASA / DGCA regulations • Manage certification artifacts: o PSAC, PHAC, PDR/CDR reviews o Compliance matrices o Test plans & reports • Interface with DERs, ARs, and certification authorities. 5. Stakeholder & Customer Management • Act as technical focal point for avionics domain. • Present design progress, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders. • Support proposal/RFQ responses, estimation, and technical solutioning. 6. Risk & Configuration Management • Identify and mitigate technical risks and integration issues. • Ensure adherence to configuration management and change control processes. • Manage dependencies across IPTs (structures, propulsion, electrical). Experience • 12-18+ years in aerospace/aviation domain. • Strong exposure to: o Avionics system development lifecycle o Aircraft NPD programs • Experience in leading IPTs or large cross-functional teams is mandatory. Technical Skills • Strong knowledge of: o Avionics architectures & communication protocols (ARINC 429/664, CAN) o Flight deck systems & avionics integration o Certification standards (DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754A) • Familiarity with: o MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo, Rhapsody) o Simulation/integration environments • Understanding of: o EWIS integration o Electrical power systems interface with avionics Leadership & Soft Skills • Strong program leadership and decision-making capabilities • Excellent stakeholder communication skills • Ability to manage distributed (onsite-offshore) teams • Strong problem-solving and risk management mindset Preferred Skills • Experience with eVTOL / UAV / advanced air mobility programs • Exposure to cybersecurity in avionics (DO-326A) • Knowledge of digital thread / PLM environments (3DX, Teamcenter) Key Deliverables • Avionics system architecture and design baseline • Integrated and validated avionics systems • Certification-ready documentation & compliance artifacts • On-time IPT deliverables aligned with program milestones Reporting Structure • Reports to: Program Manager / Chief Engineer • Leads: Avionics IPT team (System, Design, V&V, Certification engineers) Qualification: • Bachelor's / Master's in: o Aerospace Engineering o Electronics & Communication o Avionics / Electrical Engineering "LTTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a clear policy against discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation