0119 - Program Manager
Company: Electra Aero
Location: Manassas
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
About Electra
From revolutionizing air travel with our sustainable eSTOL
aircraft, to tackling critical climate science missions with our
solar-powered stratospheric UAS, Electra builds airplanes that make
sense. Our world-class team of engineers isn't afraid to disrupt
the status quo and we plan to change the world with modern ideas
that challenge conventional thinking. Electra is a new aerospace
company headquartered in Northern Virginia and we're on a quest to
build a team of insanely talented people who want to do meaningful
work.
Job Description
Electra is seeking a Program Manager to lead the development of the
prototype 9-passenger hybrid electric eSTOL (electric short takeoff
and landing) aircraft development. This is an incredible "hands-on"
opportunity to lead all programmatic aspects of a cutting-edge
development program.
Responsibilities & Essential Functions
The Program Manager is responsible for the successful technical,
schedule, and cost performance of a major program, or multiple
programs, through subordinate program/project managers in
accordance with contract requirements and company policies,
procedures, and guidelines. Acquires follow-on business associated
with areas of responsibility and supports new business development
by leading major proposals personally or through subordinate
program/project managers.
Work with engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality
functions as the program leadership team to develop and produce a
safe manned aircraft that meets the program objectives within
budget and schedule.
Prepare materials to support internal team alignment (i.e., program
plan, all-hands, program reviews, etc.).
Responsible for meeting budget, schedule, and performance
objectives and building a PMO team capable of managing the
program.
Work hands-on with the team to solve problems. Provide leadership
and mentorship to program team members to enable their success.
Lead the evaluation/selection of, negotiation with, and management
of suppliers, subcontractors, and partners. Acts as a technical
liaison with vendors.
Interface with customers, suppliers, partners, and internal
stakeholders to ensure program alignment.
Lead the definition, preparation, and presentation of program
deliverables to customers in conjunction with the business
development and contracts teams.
Develop and lead the program-gated reviews, ensuring appropriate
maturity across all functional areas for the given program
stage.
Lead the development, maintenance, and application of the
program-integrated master schedule and budget.
Lead the development and maintenance of pragmatic program risk
registers to determine mitigation strategies.
Lead the documentation of lessons learned and transition to
certified product development based on prototype learnings.
Maintains aggressive efforts to achieve objectives.
Assists in proposal process and coordinates with Business
Development, Engineering, Finance Departments when required.
Prepare Staffing Plans, including skill and labor mix, to support
contract operations.
Assign staff and provide technical direction as necessary to
complete tasks.
Monitor contract, subcontract, and funding; prepare forecasts of
program financial performance.
Develop and deliver required contracts and departmental, project,
and/or financial reports.
Required Education and Experience
B.A. or B.S. in Engineering, Program Management, Finance, Business,
Contracts (or related discipline) and
12 or more years of experience in relevant discipline areas (or an
equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience).
Required Skills
Strong program background, work ethic, and interdisciplinary/system
thinking to independently meet and lead the areas described by the
responsibilities and essential functions.
Ability to interface with various functions (engineering,
manufacturing, contracts, finance, supply chain, HR, IT, etc.) and
apply a positive, creative, analytical mindset that motivates the
team to push through challenges and meaningfully helps resolve
problems (technical, programmatic, interpersonal, etc.) in a
startup environment.
Understanding of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs -
especially relevant to Part 23 aircraft design, certification,
maintenance, and operation), FAA experimental airworthiness
procedures, and relevant industry standards/best practices.
Experience with certification preferred.
Strong familiarity with project management software tools,
methodologies, and best practices. Ability to budget and schedule
appropriately and update those estimates as a program matures.
Experience with international aerospace teams/suppliers and the
ability to manage across cultures and time zones.
A strong work ethic and ability to independently meet and lead the
areas described by the responsibilities and essential
functions.
Excellent organization and communication skills.
US Person (Citizenship or Green Card) Required
Desired Qualifications
Advanced Engineering degree preferred.
Experience with government contracting preferred.
Technical knowledge in electric propulsion, turbines, and hybrid
propulsion is preferred.
Licensed pilot (FAA, EASA, PPL, CPL, etc.) and/or experience with
aircraft operations preferred.
Experience working on prototype development programs.
Demonstrated knowledge of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs),
certification procedures (especially Part 23), and relevant
industry standards (DO-178, DO-254, DO-160, ARP4754, ARP4761,
etc.)
Working Conditions:
Work is typically performed in an office environment adjacent to a
warehouse/aviation and office environment, which requires proper
safety precautions. May need to lift up to 50 lbs.
Location : Headquarters in Manassas, VA. To encourage close
collaboration this position requires daily onsite hours.
Travel :
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