CareerPlan

Senior Program Manager, High Thrust Propulsors

Nashville, TNFull-time2026-09-30 → 2026-11-10
Based in United StatesU.S. persons only (export control)

Core

Lead the development and integration of electric ducted fan propulsion systems for next generation commercial and defense aircraft.

Role type

Senior Program Manager (Aerospace Propulsion)

Builds

Electric propulsion systems for commercial and defense aircraft

Domain

Aerospace / Electric Propulsion

Required skills

Program planning and execution, Cross-functional team leadership, Scope/schedule/budget management, Risk management, Supplier and customer interface, Agile project management, Requirements definition, Regulatory compliance

Preferred skills

PMP certification, Experience with aircraft engine/electrical machine/inverter/energy storage development, Knowledge of certification processes (Part 23, 25, 33), Experience with high voltage power systems testing

Technologies

Jira, Confluence

Responsibilities

Lead program planning and execution for electric propulsion system development from concept through test and certification, Manage scope, schedule, and budgets while ensuring alignment across the team, Collaborate with cross-functional team to define system requirements, milestones, and risk management strategies, Drive issue resolution and program decisions balancing technical performance, risk, and schedule, Interface with suppliers, customers, and certification authorities to ensure compliance with aerospace standards and regulatory requirements, Support long-term product strategy, roadmap planning, and technology maturation for future propulsion systems

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC