Project Manager – Experimental Flight Test

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support Experimental Flight Test programs within a dynamic aerospace environment. This role will be responsible for leading complex development and certification flight test projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing schedules and budgets, and ensuring successful project execution from planning through completion.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced, highly technical environment and enjoys collaborating with engineering, operations, suppliers, and customer stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

•  Lead and deliver complex Experimental Flight Test projects while ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.

•  Coordinate cross-functional teams to establish project plans, milestones, resource requirements, and execution strategies.

•  Partner with engineering teams, technical specialists, suppliers, business leaders, and customer representatives to drive project success.

•  Develop and maintain project schedules, priorities, and resource allocation plans across multiple concurrent projects.

•  Identify project risks and lead mitigation planning and execution activities.

•  Monitor project performance and provide regular status updates to leadership and stakeholders.

•  Participate in and coordinate safety and security processes related to product development and flight test activities.

•  Support investigations and corrective actions related to potential product deficiencies.

•  Prepare budget forecasts and maintain visibility into project financial performance.

•  Create and present project reports and executive-level updates.

•  Coordinate activities across multiple sites and support remote collaboration as required.

Qualifications

Required

•  Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline; equivalent experience may be considered.

•  5–8 years of experience in Project Management within the aerospace industry.

•  Strong understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices.

•  Experience supporting aircraft development, certification, or flight test programs.

•  Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

•  Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.

•  Demonstrated leadership capabilities and ability to influence cross-functional teams.

•  Self-motivated, results-oriented, and capable of working independently.

•  Strong problem-solving and decision-making  abilities.

•  Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.

Preferred

•  Experience supporting aircraft certification  programs.

•  Knowledge of flight test operations and aerospace product development processes.

•  Experience managing multi-site or geographically dispersed teams.

What You'll Bring

•  A proactive, collaborative approach to project leadership.

•  The ability to navigate complex technical environments and deliver results.

•  Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels of an organization.

•  A commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Join a team where innovation, technical excellence, and collaboration drive the future of aerospace development.