Lead Program Manager, Avionics & Flight Controls

Supernal is at the forefront of creating emerging mobility solutions that will foster the development of human-centered cities. We are designing a completely new electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft tailored to the mobility needs of future cities. This allows passengers a seamless intermodal journey that safely transports them to their final destination. We fuse research in autonomy, robotics, aviation and services to define a new category of mobility for the world’s communities. We believe in creative thinking and collaboration to help build a better mobility experience for everyone, improving people’s ability to move – whether for work or play.

What we do:

The Lead Avionics and Flight Controls Program Manager is responsible for the management of technical projects with suppliers and multi- functional teams as well as projects within functions. This position requires an experienced professional with expertise in delivering the highest quality products on schedule, within budget. The position works alongside R&D Heads and with fellow Technical Program Managers to drive the integration & development of complex Air Vehicle Hardware & Software, on cost and schedule.

Supernal provides an inviting open-space workplace designed to foster collaboration, which aligns with one of our core values. This position is required to work on-site 5 days a week.

What you can do:

• Develop, maintain, and communicate the scope, budget, schedule, and product development activities to all collaborators
• Monitor program schedule commitments and direct appropriate personnel of possible impacts(s) or change(s) which includes arranging, attending and chairing program reviews, technical coordination meetings and design reviews as required
• Own execution and completion of multiple projects in parallel
• Identify resource requirements and highlight gaps across different stages for all projects
• Trade studies for COTS Avionics and Flight Controls LRUs
• Escalation path for Avionics and Flight Controls technical teams
• Set goals, track work, identify risk and drive mitigation across all stages of the project
• Own report-outs for all projects, highlighting status, risks, mitigation, and opportunities across all levels of management
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders on all phases of the project: Requirements & concept development, engineering integration & design, manufacturing, testing, qualification, certification & transition to production
• Support Supply Chain with management of external suppliers
• Manage roadmap of projects working within the framework of the overall program
• May require up to 25% of domestic and international travel
• Other duties as assigned

What you can contribute:

• Bachelor's in aerospace, Mechanical, Systems or Software Engineering or another related field required
• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in a technical program/project management role preferred
• Experience in Avionics LRU product development & qualification
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing product delivery standard processes
• Master’s degree preferred
• Experience with electric propulsion air or ground vehicles preferred

You may also be able to contribute:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive delivery of communication and follow up
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints
• Self-motivated and forward-thinking
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other category or class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at: ta-support@supernal.aero

This position may include access to certain technology and/or software source code subject to U.S. export controls laws and regulations. If an export authorization from an applicable US regulatory agency is required in connection with your employment, your employment is contingent upon Supernal’s receipt of such regulatory authorization(s) and your continued compliance with all conditions and limitations pursuant to such authorization(s).