Sustaining Engineering Manager

Overview

Inertial Aerospace a HEICO Company (NYSE: HEI) is hiring a Sustaining Engineering Manager to join our Avionics team. Inertial Aerospace has decades of experience in the aviation industry and continues to be the leader in the repair of inertial navigation equipment and aircraft avionics. The company was acquired by HEICO Corporation in 2001 and continues to play a critical role within the industry known for its innovation.

• Lead and manage the Sustaining Engineering team supporting test equipment and systems
• Provide technical oversight for troubleshooting, failure analysis, and root cause corrective action of test equipment and systems
• Support development, maintenance, approval of test procedures, and engineering data
• Serve as the primary sustaining engineering interface with Operations, Quality and Management
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to repair turn-around time (TAT), yield, and cost
• Support audits (FAA, EASA, customer) and assist with corrective action responses
• Manage Sustaining Engineering team budget each fiscal year
• Manage engineering metrics, workload prioritization, and resource planning
• Mentor and develop engineers, fostering technical excellence and accountability

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical discipline
• 5+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering and/or Aerospace Engineering
• 3+ years of engineering leadership or people management experience
• Strong knowledge of Test Equipment and Systems, electronic troubleshooting, and failure analysis
• Experience with engineering documentation, repair specifications, and test procedures
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace engineering, with significant experience in maintaining and supporting test equipment and systems
• Working knowledge of FAA Part 145 repair station requirements and related regulations
• Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience
• Prior experience supporting airline, military, or OEM customers

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Opportunities for career growth
• Collaborative, safety-focused, and quality-driven culture

HEICO is an equal opportunity employer. This is a great position for someone who loves challenges, a chance to learn an exciting business, and looking for an opportunity to grow within a successful company.