The Engineering Manager for Aircraft ECS (Environmental Control Systems) and HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) Systems leads a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for the design, development, integration, and certification of ECS and HVAC subsystems for commercial and military aircraft platforms. This role oversees all technical aspects of cabin environmental control, including air distribution, thermal management, pressurization, and air quality systems, ensuring compliance with safety, performance, and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead ECS/HVAC system architecture, design, analysis, integration, and validation activities across multiple programs
Manage a team of mechanical, thermal, and systems engineers focused on ECS components and subsystems
Drive the development of air distribution, heat exchangers, valves, sensors, motors, and control systems used in cabin environment control
Ensure compliance with certification standards (FAR/CS Part 25, DO-160, ASHRAE, MIL-STD-810, etc.) and customer specifications
Collaborate with program management, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of ECS solutions
Review and approve technical documentation, including system specifications, test procedures, validation plans, and qualification reports
Oversee thermal and CFD analyses, trade studies, FMEAs, and safety assessments
Support design reviews (PDR, CDR), interface control documentation (ICDs), and supplier management
Contribute to technology roadmap planning, including next-gen ECS innovations (e.g., electric ECS, vapor cycle systems, smart air distribution)
Mentor engineers, provide performance feedback, and support professional development within the team
Key Focus Areas:
Technical leadership in ECS and HVAC system engineering
Team management and cross-disciplinary coordination
Regulatory compliance and airworthiness certification
System integration and supplier interface
Design optimization, validation, and problem-solving
Qualifications & Skills:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field (required)
Master’s degree or advanced certification (e.g., PE, PMP) is a plus
Experience:
10+ years of experience in aircraft ECS/HVAC systems engineering, with at least 3–5 years in a technical leadership or managerial role
Demonstrated success in the development and certification of ECS or thermal systems for aerospace platforms
Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing supplier technical interfaces
Technical Skills:
Strong understanding of ECS system design, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and control systems
Proficiency in CAD (CATIA, Creo), analysis tools (ANSYS Fluent, SINDA/FLUINT, MATLAB/Simulink), and documentation systems
Familiarity with DO-160, AS9100, FAA/EASA certification, and environmental control performance requirements
Soft Skills:
Strong team leadership and decision-making abilities
Effective communicator with internal and external stakeholders
Detail-oriented, analytical, and structured in problem-solving
Comfortable managing competing priorities in fast-paced environments