Job Description 

Electra is seeking an Advanced Concepts Program Manager to lead the development of advanced aircraft concepts for sustainable air transportation. This is an incredible “hands-on” opportunity to lead all programmatic aspects of a cutting-edge development program with various leading researchers and industry partners. 

Responsibilities & Essential Functions 

• Work with the program team, researchers, and partners to plan and meet program objectives and exceed customer expectations within budget and schedule. 

• Interface with customers, suppliers, partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure program alignment. Prepare materials to support internal team alignment (i.e., program plan, all-hands, program reviews, contract deliverable/schedule/financial reports, etc.) 

• Responsible for planning and executing that plan to meet budget, schedule, and performance objectives and building a team to execute the program. 

• Work hands-on with the team to solve problems. Provide leadership and mentorship to program team members to enable their success. 

• Lead the evaluation/selection, negotiation with, and management of subcontractors and partners. Monitor contract, subcontract, and funding; prepare forecasts of program financial performance. 

• Lead the definition, preparation, and presentation of program deliverables to customers in conjunction with the business development and contracts teams. 

• Work with Chief Engineer, customers, and stakeholders to shape the future of the program. Lead and execute the business development and proposal process. 

• Develop and lead the program-gated reviews, ensuring appropriate maturity across all functional areas for the given program stage. 

• Other Duties as assigned 

  Required Education and Experience 

• B.A. or B.S. in Engineering, Program Management, Finance, or Business (or related discipline) 

• 9 or more years of experience in relevant discipline areas (or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience). 

  Required Skills 

• Strong program background, work ethic, and interdisciplinary/system thinking to independently meet and lead the areas described by the responsibilities and essential functions. 

• Ability to interface with various functions (engineering , contracts, finance, HR, IT, etc.) and apply a positive, creative, analytical mindset that motivates the team to push through challenges and meaningfully helps resolve problems (technical, programmatic, interpersonal, etc.) in a startup environment. 

• Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices. Ability to budget and schedule appropriately and update those estimates as a program matures. 

• A strong work ethic and ability to independently meet and lead the areas described by the responsibilities and essential functions. 

• Excellent organization and communication skills. 

• Ability to pass a U.S. government background checks and employment eligibility verification  

• Experience with government contracting program management. 

  Desired Qualifications 

• Advanced Engineering degree preferred. 

• US Person (Citizenship or Green Card) preferred. 

• Experience with government contracting preferred.  

• Technical knowledge in aircraft design, electric propulsion, hybrid propulsion, and aerodynamics is preferred. 

  Location: To encourage close collaboration across the team, this position is preferred to be on-site at the Headquarters in Manassas, VA. Partial or full-remote will be considered for the appropriate candidate.   

   

Travel: <25% 

Salary: Electra’s salary range for this position is: $100,750.00 - $224,750.00 

Our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum range for the Company level overall across all locations & projects and does not necessarily reflect the budgeted amount for this position. Individual pay is based on additional factors, including project budgets, job-related skills, experience, relevant education and/or training, role, level, location, and project. 

Compensation and Benefits:

In addition to offering an exciting work environment and the opportunity to be part of the team making Ultra Short flight a reality, at Electra, we offer an unparalleled total rewards package. Electra offers employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance, generous PTO and sick leave, company holidays, paid winter break, and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting. Life at Electra includes a variety of perks, such as free catered lunches, amazing coffee, snacks, drinks, fruit, free parking, and opportunities for much more.

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in a warehouse/aviation and office environment, which requires proper safety precautions. Work may require some physical effort in handling light materials, boxes, power tools, prototypes, and different materials or equipment. Due to the nature of our business and projects, some fieldwork may be required, working in both indoor and outdoor conditions. You may need to lift up to 50 lbs.

Commitment

We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those from marginalized or underrepresented groups in the tech industry and aerospace, to apply for our job openings. We firmly believe that a diverse range of perspectives can profoundly influence both our product and our company culture.

Electra is committed to a work environment that is inclusive to all and free of discrimination. It is our policy to be an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other factors prohibited by law. Electra will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.

Electra is an E-Verify employer.

Powered by JazzHR