Sr. Program Manager

<p><strong>Work Arrangement</strong></p> <p>Onsite with occasional travel.</p> <p><strong>Job Overview</strong></p> <p>AEVEX Aerospace is seeking a Senior Program Manager to manage the development and assembly of&nbsp;aircraft with enhanced special mission capabilities to support unique DoD and commercial customers&nbsp;requirements. They will provide expert leadership and direction across complex unmanned systems&nbsp;programs, with a particular focus on operations that utilize additive manufactured components. This role&nbsp;requires deep knowledge of operational execution, engineering, system test, maintenance, and technical&nbsp;management practices, combined with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced&nbsp;environment. This person will oversee all aspects of a project, from planning and design to execution and&nbsp;delivery.</p> <p><strong>Essential Functions</strong></p> <ul> <li>Provide senior-level expertise across operations, engineering, maintenance, system test, and&nbsp;technical management disciplines in support of assigned unmanned systems programs.</li> <li>Lead programs that incorporate additive manufactured components, ensuring integration of AM&nbsp;technologies into design, qualification, production, and sustainment processes.</li> <li>Work directly with customers to define requirements, develop executable work plans, and ensure&nbsp;timely, quality delivery of program objectives.</li> <li>Ensure all programs are executed with the highest standards of safety, compliance, and technical&nbsp;rigor, including adherence to AM quality controls, configuration management, and flightworthiness&nbsp;requirements.</li> <li>Maintain a high-performing team that embodies AEVEX values, professional standards, and a&nbsp;culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.</li> <li>Provide clear communication of expectations and develop forward-leaning strategies that&nbsp;enhance organizational capability, particularly in AM-enabled rapid prototyping, low-rate&nbsp;production, and accelerated fielding of unmanned platforms.</li> <li>Advise senior executives on operational readiness, training, staffing, and workforce planning,&nbsp;including specialized roles supporting additive manufacturing and unmanned systems integration.</li> <li>Build and sustain strong relationships with peers, subordinates, and customers; influence&nbsp;strategic and operational planning with expert technical and programmatic guidance.</li> <li>Demonstrate agility and adaptability in managing emerging requirements, resolving challenges,&nbsp;and maintaining alignment with organizational priorities.</li> <li>Drive alignment and achievement of strategic objectiv