Lead the planning and execution of complex, cross-functional engineering programs that drive uncrewed aircraft systems to market
Coordinate integrated planning and tactical execution for cross-functional technical programs (avionics, software, hardware, systems, and test)
Lead structured management of risks, trades, dependencies, and key technical decisions across teams
Develop and analyze concise, high-impact tracking tools: schedules, dashboards, risk registers, and trade logs
Facilitate clear, consistent communication with internal leadership and external stakeholders, including certification authorities and customers
Represent program status, risks, and upcoming decisions to executives and partner teams, ensuring expectations remain aligned
Responsible for tactical execution, decision management, and program visibility across engineering, customers, certification stakeholders, and executive leadership
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Applied Physics, or related technical discipline
5+ years of experience leading complex engineering programs in aerospace, autonomy, or robotics
Strong system-level thinking and ability to quickly understand cross-discipline technical challenges
Demonstrated success driving clarity, focus, and execution across multi-functional engineering teams
Prior hands-on engineering experience in systems, software, electrical, or flight test roles
Background in safety-critical domains and familiarity with FAA certification frameworks (e.g., DO-178C, ARP4754A) (preferred)
Experience managing externally visible programs with regulatory or customer deliverables (preferred)
Strong presentation, synthesis, and storytelling skills; ability to adjust depth for engineers and executives (preferred)
Bias toward structure, action, and accountability in complex, fast-moving environments (preferred)
Must be willing to travel up to 10% of the time
This position requires access to information subject to U.S. export controls; applicants must provide documentation establishing U.S. person or non-U.S. person status and may be declined if not authorized to access export-controlled technology
Benefits
$160,000 to $210,000/annual salary (estimated)
cash awards
stock option awards
employee medical
401k contribution
great co-workers and a casual work environment
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