Technical Project Manager Job at Yochana, Irvine, CA

cC91a01pbFB5TSt3RGFSdUFQbTh2aDFxdGc9PQ==
  • Yochana
  • Irvine, CA

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Project Manager (TPM) to lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering projects in support of Panasonic Avionics’ new generation of Line Replaceable Units (LRUs). The TPM will manage activities across design, validation, simulation, testing, and certification documentation , working closely with cross-functional teams in the U.S. (Irvine), Japan (Osaka), and offshore engineering teams.

This role requires a strong engineering background (electrical and/or mechanical), combined with proven project/program management expertise in the avionics, aerospace, or high-reliability electronics domain .

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Coordination

Manage cross-functional projects across electrical, mechanical, simulation, and documentation teams to ensure timely delivery of engineering work packages.

Coordinate with on-site (Irvine/Osaka) and offshore engineering resources, ensuring alignment on project priorities, deliverables, and schedules.

Facilitate weekly progress reviews, risk assessments, and status reporting to Panasonic Avionics APD management.

Serve as the primary interface between Panasonic engineers, suppliers, certification bodies (FAA, EASA), and OEMs.

Technical Oversight

Oversee electrical and mechanical design support activities, including schematic/PCB validation , component analysis, thermal/structural evaluation, and prototype build/bring-up.

Manage simulation workflows (SI/PI, thermal, structural) using Siemens, Ansys, HyperLynx, and other CAD/analysis tools .

Ensure effective issue tracking, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective/preventive actions in design validation and testing.

Support engineers in preparing and reviewing design documentation, test plans, analysis reports, and substantiation evidence.

Certification & Documentation

Oversee the creation of Flammability Test Plans, Structural Test Plans, and Qualification Plans for LRUs.

Coordinate substantiation and compliance activities with FAA, EASA, and OEMs; provide inputs for regulatory approvals.

Ensure engineering documentation (Drawings, BOMs, ECRs/ECOs , Converix system inputs) meets accuracy, consistency, and compliance standards.

Track and manage deliverables for substantiation, qualification, and design compliance milestones.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering , Aerospace Engineering, or related field .

8+ years of experience in avionics, aerospace, or high-reliability electronics projects, with at least 3+ years in technical project management or program management roles .

Hands-on working experience of:

ECAD/MCAD tools (Siemens) for design & PDM.

Ansys for thermal/structural simulation.

Signal Integrity/Power Integrity tools (HyperLynx, SPICE, Valydate) .

Strong understanding of FAA/EASA certification requirements (Flammability, Environmental, Structural).

Proven ability to manage cross-functional engineering teams across geographies (on-site + offshore).

Excellent problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments, with ability to balance technical detail with project-level oversight.

Thanks & Regards

Bharath (Ryan Holtwick)

Resource Specialist

E: bharath@yochana.com

Yochana IT Solutions INC

Job Tags

Work experience placement,

Similar Jobs

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.

(Associate) Director (m/f/d) Global Reliability Engineering Job at Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.

Location This role can be based at Teva site in Ulm Germany, or any Teva site in Europe, including United Kingdom. Who we are Together, were on a mission to make good health more affordable and accessible, to help millions around the world enjoy healthier...

LevelSurveys

Home-Based Market Research Consultant (Hiring Immediately) Job at LevelSurveys

 ...your chance to shape the future of products, services, political campaigns and public policies with your voice. This is a remote, work from home, opportunity. You'll earn up to $25 for each survey you take. Plus, we pay bonuses when you complete 10 or more surveys in a... 

Land O'Frost

Food Scientist Job at Land O'Frost

 ...Summary Are you a creative and driven professional with a passion for developing innovative meat products? Join our team as a Food Scientist and lead the charge from concept ideation through commercialization. Be at the forefront of innovation, quality improvement... 

IDT Corporation

Junior Salesforce Administrator Job at IDT Corporation

Net2phone, a rapidly growing division of IDT, is looking for a Junior Salesforce Administrator to manage the net2phone Salesforce instance. The perfect candidate will have deep knowledge of managing Salesforce.com instances, including creating process flows, automating... 

Manpower

Fulfillment Associate Chippewa Falls Job at Manpower

 ...3rd shift Base pay of $16 and $24 after 28 hours each week? $.50 increase in pay after 500 hours worked Entry level, no experience necessary Open to long-term or short-term candidates Safe work environment Multiple Shift Options!1st (Mon-Fri 7am-2...