Technical Manager – AI, Software & Systems Engineering

✈️ Technical Manager | AI, Software & Systems Engineering 📍 Tucson, AZ | Onsite | 9/80 Schedule Available Build the Technology Behind the Future of Flight AI, computer vision, advanced imaging, and intelligent sensing are creating new possibilities for aviation. We’re looking for someone who wants to turn those possibilities into real technology. Universal Avionics is looking for a Technical Manager, AI, Software & Systems Engineering to bring together highly specialized engineering teams across AI/ML, computer vision, image processing, sensing, software, and systems engineering. This role sits where emerging technology meets engineering execution. You’ll connect the disciplines, guide technical decisions, solve complex integration challenges, and help move advanced ideas from concept toward real-world airborne products. If you’re excited by what AI and intelligent systems could make possible in flight, this is where you get to help build it. What You’ll Do Drive technical direction across AI/ML, software, systems engineering, computer vision, imaging, and sensingConnect engineers and specialists across disciplines to solve complex technical problemsGuide architecture, integration, and technical tradeoffsEvaluate emerging technologies and identify opportunities for future product capabilitiesLead technical and design reviewsIdentify technical risks, dependencies, and integration challenges earlyConnect AI, software, sensors, hardware, interfaces, and system requirementsPartner with Program Management and engineering leadership to move technology from concept through development, verification, integration, and delivery What You Bring Strong practical experience with AI/ML and modern intelligent systemsExperience with computer vision, neural networks, image processing, sensing, video analytics, object detection, tracking, or related technologiesStrong software and systems engineering knowledgeExperience solving complex multidisciplinary technical problemsStrong architecture, integration, and technical decision-making skillsExperience leading technical teams, programs, products, or complex engineering initiativesCuriosity about emerging technology and a track record of learning and applying new capabilitiesBachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related technical fieldAdvanced technical degree preferredAviation, avionics, aircraft systems, safety-critical product, or certification experience is a plus What We Stand For How we build matters just as much as what we build. ✨We Grow Together Invest in people. Share knowledge. Help each other grow. ✨Innovation Stay curious. Challenge assumptions. Test, learn, and find better ways to solve problems. ✨Make It Happen Take ownership. Move with urgency. Follow through. ✨Excellence Hold a high standard for quality, accountability, and impact. Why Universal Avionics? For more than 40 years, Universal Avionics has been solving hard problems in aviation. Today, we’re building the next version of UA. We’re evolving how we work and how we use technology so we can move faster, innovate more boldly, and build what aviation needs next. Benefits & Perks Universal Avionics offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support our employees and their families, including: Universal Avionics offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support our employees and their families, including: Benefits begin on your first day as a full-time employee. Medical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) with safe harbor match within 60 days9/80 work schedule optionEvery other Friday offVacation, sick time, and paid holidaysTuition reimbursementWellness and employee assistance programsAnd more ✨ Bring What You Know. Help Us Discover What’s Next. Join Universal Avionics and help build the technology shaping the future of flight. Universal Avionics’ products and technology are subject to U.S. export laws and regulations, including ITAR and EAR requirements. Employment eligibility may depend on applicable export-control requirements.