PROGRAM MANAGER

Zepher Flight Labs-posted 2 months ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Bingen, WA
11-50 employees
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The Program Manager (PM) is a technical program leader responsible for complex, multi-phase projects and cross-functional programs at Zepher Flight Labs. This high-visibility, customer-facing role oversees the full lifecycle of technical programs, from proposal and contracting through delivery, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, customer requirements, and internal execution capabilities. The PM leads integrated planning, execution, and risk management across engineering, operations, and subcontractors, while driving accountability for scope, budget, schedule, and quality. They contribute to organizational maturity through program excellence, process improvement, and performance tracking. This role requires strong technical fluency, executive communication skills, and the foresight to manage complexity with clarity and confidence.

  • Lead all aspects of program execution, including budgets, resources, schedules, deliverables, and risks.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Engineering and ZFL Leadership Team to align the team’s direction with program goals, milestones, and customer expectations.
  • Act as the primary program point of contact for customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
  • Prepare and deliver concise updates, including weekly status reports, program reviews, and presentations.
  • Identify potential risks early, develop mitigation plans, and execute corrective actions to address challenges proactively.
  • Support the CEO, Director of Programs and others in the bid and proposal processes, including cost estimation, technical write-ups, and pre-award planning.
  • Review contract/program expenses regularly and reconcile them with budget forecasts.
  • Develop and manage program status tools, including financial tracking, resource allocation, deliverables, actions, and risk management.
  • Maintain comprehensive and accurate program documentation, ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Continuously evaluate and improve program practices, leveraging data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Uphold industry standards, regulations, and safety guidelines in all activities.
  • Demonstrate superior analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Communicate effectively and maintain credibility in customer, supplier, and coworker interactions.
  • Proactively identify and resolve issues to drive projects to successful completion.
  • Quickly understand and apply new concepts in evolving environments.
  • Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail in completing work tasks.
  • Contribute to the creation, modification, and maintenance of all documents, procedures, contracts, risk management plans, and any other documentation required by a customer or stakeholder.
  • Strong technical fluency and executive communication skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software tools.
  • Ability to manage complexity with clarity and confidence.
  • Advanced interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively.
  • Experience in building and maintaining integrated program schedules and reports (MS Project or similar).
  • Aerospace and defense industry experience and/or knowledge of Uncrewed Aerial Systems.
  • Ability to obtain DOD Secret clearance.
  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Life insurance
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