Program Manager - Aircraft Certification | Program Ops

BETA Technologies • South Burlington, VT

17d • $115,000 - $155,000

About The Position

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture. The Aircraft Certification Program Manager serves as a critical program leader responsible for driving the planning and execution of certification activities for new and amended aircraft type certification projects [BM1] . This pivotal role bridges complex engineering disciplines, regulatory compliance, and strategic project management to ensure the safety and airworthiness of emerging aircraft technologies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional regulatory process knowledge, and strategic leadership skills working with cross-functional teams to develop high fidelity plans and timely execution of certification activities. The candidate will be highly adept at collaborating with internal teams including engineering, certification, supply chain, quality, and production, as well as external stakeholders, including FAA Designated Airworthiness Representatives (DARs), FAA Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs), suppliers, and contractors. We are looking for a person who enjoys working in fast-paced engineering and regulatory environments to be a part of our people-centric culture. How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation: The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams to ensure the timely and successful execution of complex programs, driving operational excellence, and business expectations. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent communication and leadership skills, capable of navigating the challenges of a dynamic, growing organization

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, related field, or relevant experience
• 10 years of project or program management experience in commercial aviation
• Deep understand of regulatory certification processes including type certification, production certification, and international validation
• Proven track record of managing complex projects or programs from inception to completion, demonstrating strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and lead teams
• Excellent ability to be organized without predetermined structure
• Able to be a pragmatic and creative thinker when solving complex problem in a dynamic environment
• Willingness to be a team player and wear different hats on different days depending on the need
• Demonstrated knowledge of Project Management software (Microsoft Project, Jira, etc.)
• Familiar with: Microsoft Office product suite

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Experience with AS9100 Quality Management

Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal program manager overseeing the entire aircraft certification program, coordinating and leading system-level Program Managers
• Direct and align other Program Managers responsible for specific aircraft systems, e.g. Structural design, Flight control systems, Avionics, etc.
• Manage planning and completion of certification activities from initial application through final type certificate issuance and into production certification
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans and tracking mechanisms to communicate schedules, progress, budget, and status to all levels of the business
• Coordinate design reviews and major milestone activities with necessary teams
• Manage overall program risk by coordinating risk mitigation strategies among system-level Program Managers while owning risk assessment and mitigation strategies at the aircraft level
• Establish a cross-functional Integrated Program Team (IPT) to ensure alignment between engineering, certification, quality, supply chain, finance, and manufacturing teams with the overall business strategy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees