Technical Program Manager - Ascent AeroSystems : Job Details

Job Title: Technical Program Manager

Position Overview:

Ascent AeroSystems is one of the most exciting companies in the Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) industry, and our unique coaxial platforms provide the reliable and efficient foundation necessary to operate UAS's at scale. We're growing fast, and we're looking for motivated, highly organized people to join our team.

As you consider your next career move…

• Do you want to create new and useful things at the bleeding edge of technology?
• Are you relentlessly curious, eager to learn new things?
• Do people turn to you because they know they can count on you?
• Are you able to dare greatly, fail quickly, and keep moving?
• When things get difficult, can you double-down and persevere?
• Do you want to be part of something bigger?

If this describes you, please read on! Among the current openings, we're on the lookout for a Technical Program Manager to help deliver our next generation of aircraft. Reporting to the company's VP of Technology, this is a newly created, full-time position based in our Wilmington, Massachusetts headquarters. Some domestic and international travel will be required.

REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Project Management: define and scope projects and come up with realistic estimates for schedule and cost. Develop workflows to monitor progress and communicate it regularly to stakeholders. Be the liaison between internal and external teams and facilitate them working together.
• Requirement definition: work with customers and the product team to define CONOPS and high-level requirements for new products and applications. Act as representative of the engineering team on discussions around requirements.
• Testing and Standards: work with stakeholders to develop test plans, using aerospace standards and best practices. Develop processes to raise the bar on testing. Keep the team honest and accountable on the quality of their deliverables.
• Collaboration and Support: Collaborate with other teams across the company. Support flight-test operations, marketing events, and customer demonstrations. Be a champion for better processes and practices across the company.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Qualifications: Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship and hold a bachelor's degree in engineering, with 5+ years of work experience in engineering, product development and/or project management.
• Skills and Experience: Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and customer focus. Good communicator. Experience with agile software development practices. Proven ability to lead, impact and influence cross-functional teams.
• Resourceful Problem-Solver: You thrive in dynamic settings, leveraging your technical expertise and creative thinking to overcome challenges, continuously seeking out new knowledge and skills to enhance performance and deliver impactful results.
• Proactive Innovator: you know how to take the initiative to identify opportunities for improvement and drive processes and projects with minimal supervision, demonstrating a keen ability to think strategically and execute tactically in a fast-paced environment.
• Preferred Skills: Experience and interest in UAS or other robotics systems, familiar with Open-source development and life cycle, FAA Part 107 License.

COMPENSATION

This position is expected to include a base salary between $120K and $140K.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Ascent AeroSystems designs and manufactures rugged “coaxial” UAS for the industrial, public safety and defense markets. Ascent AeroSystems' supports frontline soldiers, first responders, and industrial professionals with the rugged and versatile unmanned aerial systems they need to complete critical missions when it matters most. Ascent is founded on core principles of an innovative, determined, fearless, curious, and committed culture that fosters invention, problem solving and teamwork. Now a wholly owned subsidiary of Robinson Helicopter Company, Ascent offers the ability to work at the leading edge of aerospace technology while benefitting from the experience and resources of one of the most respected names in aviation. For the right candidate, the company offers a competitive salary, benefits (including health, dental and vision), 401(k), a terrific work environment, and the opportunity to be a part of one of the most exciting segments of the tech industry.

Ascent AeroSystems is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to​ advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace as well as in the communities where we work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications for this role to [email protected] with the subject line “Technical Support Engineer Application”.

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Ascent AeroSystems is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to​ advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace as well as in the communities where we work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.