Location: El Segundo,CA, USA
Our mission at Skyryse is nothing less than a new era in flight, where fatalities are nearly zero, piloting any aircraft is simple and safe, and the sky is accessible to all. SkyOS, our industry-first universal operating system for flight, provides any airplane or helicopter with a fly-by-wire flight management solution that significantly reduces the complexity of flying. Skyryse One, our first production aircraft powered by SkyOS, was unveiled in 2024 and features the simplest, safest, and most intuitive flight controls in general aviation.SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER - EL SEGUNDO, CA - ONSITEProgram Management is critical to the successful execution of programs, ensuring customer requirements are achieved on time and within budget. In addition to being a customer advocate, the Program Manager will provide strategic guidance to teams to ensure key objectives are realized.The Program Manager will also promote the company's culture and drive our greater mission of making aviation more accessible for everyone.The ideal candidate will be an excellent leader and will have experience in managing staff of different disciplines to produce results in a timely manner. They will also be able to develop efficient strategies and tactics.RESPONSIBILITIES:Support ARP4754, DO-178C, or DO-254 programsDaily program management throughout the program life cycleDefining the program governance (controls)Develop and maintain program budgets and schedulesManage change, risk and resource managementCoordinating the projects and their interdependenciesManaging and utilizing resources across projectsManaging stakeholders' communicationAligning the deliverables (outputs) to the program's “outcome”Organize and monitor inter-connected projectsParticipate in development of company business strategyCoordinate cross-project activitiesPerform other duties as assignedREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline5+ years of experience in aircraft systems developmentProfessional experience managing a program from cradle to gravePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Proficiency with MS Project, EVM and Risk ManagementExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to build trust and successfully influence to drive resultsUnderstanding of aircraft quality assurance and management principles and processesGet it done attitudeStart-up environment experiencePMP CertificationPrevious experience completing a full aircraft life-cycle development and certification programMicrosoft Project ExperienceJIRA tool experienceExperience with people managementWHY SKYRYSE?The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibilitySalary Range: $150,000 - $225,000Valuable stock option planHeavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plansFull-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually. PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!WE WELCOME ALLSkyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.#J-18808-Ljbffr