Project Manager - Experimental Flight Test
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support Experimental Flight Test programs within a dynamic aerospace environment. This role will be responsible for leading complex development and certification flight test projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing schedules and budgets, and ensuring successful project execution from planning through completion.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and deliver complex Experimental Flight Test projects while ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to establish project plans, milestones, resource requirements, and execution strategies.
• Partner with engineering teams, technical specialists, suppliers, business leaders, and customer representatives to drive project success.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, priorities, and resource allocation plans across multiple concurrent projects.
• Identify project risks and lead mitigation planning and execution activities.
• Monitor project performance and provide regular status updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Participate in and coordinate safety and security processes related to product development and flight test activities.
• Support investigations and corrective actions related to potential product deficiencies.
• Prepare budget forecasts and maintain visibility into project financial performance.
• Create and present project reports and executive-level updates.
• Coordinate activities across multiple sites and support remote collaboration as required.
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 5-8 years of experience in Project Management within the aerospace industry.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Experience supporting aircraft development, certification, or flight test programs.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and capable of working independently.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.
Preferred
• Experience supporting aircraft certification programs.
• Knowledge of flight test operations and aerospace product development processes.
• Experience managing multi-site or geographically dispersed teams.
What You'll Bring
• A proactive, collaborative approach to project leadership.
• The ability to navigate complex technical environments and deliver results.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels of an organization.
• A commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
