Vertex Inc

Program Manager - FAA Licensed (Aerospace)

Vertex Inc$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • A&P license with Inspection Authorization (IA) and 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aviation Management, or a related field.
  • Over 12 years of program or project management experience in aerospace, aviation, or defense.
  • In-depth knowledge of FAA regulations and compliance, safety, and quality standards.
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams in a regulated environment.
  • Strong skills in communication, leadership, and customer relationship management.
  • Ability to access DoD government facilities and systems.

Responsibilities

  • Lead aviation maintenance team for Bell 505 helicopters, ensuring FAA compliance.
  • Act as primary liaison with contractors, DoD users, FAA representatives, and internal stakeholders.
  • Develop and oversee program schedules, budgets, and performance metrics.
  • Ensure program activities meet safety, airworthiness, and quality standards.
  • Manage team across two separate locations effectively.
  • Oversee contract performance and all associated deliverables.
  • Conduct program reviews, audits, and readiness assessments with quality managers and FAA.
  • Identify risks and create strategies for compliance and continuity.
  • Drive continuous improvement and establish best practices in aerospace operations.
  • Support proposal development and technical writing for business opportunities.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Engagement in meaningful work supporting aviation safety and training.
  • Dynamic work environment with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.
  • Travel opportunities across various operational and testing sites.
Full Job Description
Overview

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Licensed Program Manager oversees the planning, execution, and delivery of aerospace maintenance support for a fleet of Bell 505 helicopters in accordance with FAA regulations and organizational objectives. This role ensures program compliance, safety, quality, and operational excellence across all phases of program performance. The Program Manager coordinates cross-functional teams, manages customer relationships, and provides leadership to ensure successful outcomes for aerospace initiatives. Leading a team that provides safe, effective airframes to support Army Initial Rotary Wing training is the ultimate deliverable for this position.

This position is contingent on successful contract award to V2X.

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Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead an aviation maintenance team supporting a fleet of Bell 505 helicopters, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and commercial aviation standards.
  • Serve as the V2X primary liaison with prime contractor, DoD users, FAA representatives, and internal leadership and customers.
  • Develop and maintain detailed program schedules, budgets, risk assessments, and performance metrics.
  • Ensure all program activities align with safety, airworthiness, and quality requirements.
  • Manage V2X workforce at two geographically-separated locations.
  • Manage contract performance, including requirements management, deliverables, modifications, and reporting.
  • Conduct program reviews, audits, and readiness assessments in partnership with V2X quality managers and the FAA.
  • Identify program risks and develop mitigation strategies to maintain continuity and compliance.
  • Lead continuous improvement efforts and establish best practices for aerospace program operations.
  • Support proposal development, cost modeling, resource planning, and technical writing for new business pursuits.

Work Environment:

Work performance will be on site at Fort Rucker in Enterprise, AL. This role may require travel to prime contractor facilities, FAA facilities, customer locations, testing environments, and operational sites. Work may involve both office and field environments depending on program requirements.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
  • Must hold an A&P license, to include Inspection Authorization (IA) credentials, with 10 years performing in this capacity.
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aviation Management, Business Administration, or equivalent.
  • 12+ years of program or project management experience within the aerospace, aviation, or defense sector.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of FAA regulations, compliance requirements, safety protocols, and quality standards.
  • Proven experience managing cross-functional technical teams in a highly regulated environment.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and customer relationship management skills.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain access to DoD government facilities and computer systems.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • PMP or PgMP certification.
  • Master's degree in Logistics, Engineering, Aviation Management, or related discipline.
  • Rotary wing and/or US Army aviation experience strongly desired.
  • Background in aircraft maintenance, flight operations, aviation safety, or airworthiness management.


About Vertex Inc

Vertex Inc is a leading provider of tax technology and services, enabling companies of all sizes to realize the full strategic potential of the tax function by automating and integrating tax processes, while leveraging advanced and predictive analytics of tax data. Vertex provides cloud-based and on-premise solutions that can be tailored to specific industries for every major line of tax, including income, sales and consumer use, value added and payroll. Vertex also offers solutions for tax data management, compliance and reporting, tax research, and planning and analysis. The company was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.
Learn more about Vertex Inc
Size
1,200 employees
Market Cap
$2.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$78.9 million
Founded
1978
Revenue
$374.6 million
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