Sr. Director, Program Management

Our mission at Skyryse is nothing less than a new era in flight, where fatalities are nearly zero, piloting any aircraft is simple and safe, and the sky is accessible to all. SkyOS, our industry-first universal operating system for flight, provides any airplane or helicopter with a fly-by-wire flight management solution that significantly reduces the complexity of flying. Skyryse One, our first production aircraft powered by SkyOS, was unveiled in 2024 and features the simplest, safest, and most intuitive flight controls in general aviation.

SR. DIRECTOR,  PROGRAM MANAGEMENT - EL SEGUNDO, CA - ONSITE 

Program Management is critical to the successful execution of programs, ensuring customer requirements are achieved on time and within budget. The Sr. Director of Program Management will lead our organization's strategic initiatives and oversee the successful execution of programs across departments. 

The ideal candidate will be an exceptional leader and will have experience in managing staff of different disciplines to produce results in a timely manner. They will also be responsible to develop and implement a comprehensive program management strategy aligned with Skyryse objectives and priorities.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support FAA Certified STC, ATC or TC programs at OEM level, including familiarity with ARP4754, DO-178C, or DO-254.Provide strategic leadership and direction to program managers and teams, ensuring clarity in goals, timelines, and deliverables.Define the program governance (controls) and metrics needed to drive execution to plan
• Identify risks and develop risk retirement plans
• Own the integrated master schedule and schedule management
• Define and own operating rhythm, risk management, program execution strategies, agile methodologies, etc.
• Foster a culture of excellence and accountability within the program management team
• Promote continuous improvement and best practices
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership to align program strategies with overall business strategies and operational needsMonitor and evaluate program performance against strategic goals, making recommendations for adjustments and improvements as necessaryLead and mentor a team of program managers, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline, MBA preferred
• 10+ years of experience in aircraft systems development
• 7+ years of experience as a Director or Sr. Director with a track record of successfully managing complex aerospace programs from inception to delivery.
• Strong leadership abilities, with the capacity to inspire and motivate teams toward achieving ambitious goals.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate strategic initiatives into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.
• Advanced problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency with MS Project, EVM and Risk Management 
• Understanding of aircraft quality assurance and management principles and processes
• Start-up environment experience
• PMP Certification
• Previous experience completing a full aircraft life-cycle development and certification program
• Microsoft Project and JIRA tool experience

WHY SKYRYSE?

• The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility 
• Salary Range: $250,000 - $350,000
• Valuable stock option plan
• Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
• Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually.  PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.
• A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!

WE WELCOME ALL

Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.