1d ago
Senior Program Manager
Costa Mesa, California, United States
โจ $175k-$250k / yearest.
full-timeleadaerospace
๐ผ About This Role
You'll lead carrier integration for Group 5 autonomous platforms, partnering with engineering to drive cost, schedule, and performance. Your expertise in carrier flight operations will shape engineering requirements and test scenarios.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Partner with engineering to develop carrier-based autonomous platforms
- Translate carrier operational constraints into technical requirements
- Lead internal R&D investments for carrier-based platforms
- Prepare and execute program reviews and customer deliverables
๐ Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related field
- 10+ years combined experience in program management, naval aviation, or carrier aircraft development
- Active U.S. Secret security clearance
- Direct experience in U.S. Navy carrier flight operations or carrier aircraft design/integration
โจ Nice to Have
- Naval Aviator or equivalent carrier flight operations role
- Test Pilot School graduate
- Experience with autonomous systems and unmanned aircraft operations
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐ฅ Health Insurance
- ๐ฐ Equity
- ๐๏ธ Unlimited PTO
- ๐ 401k Match
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Recruiter Screenยท 30 min
- 2Technical Interviewยท 60 min
- 3Hiring Managerยท 45 min
๐ฉ Heads Up
- Requires active clearance, which may limit candidates
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