Director of Program Management

March 19

🤠 Texas – Remote

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⏰ Full Time

🔴 Lead

📋 Program Manager

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SkyGrid is a company dedicated to advancing the integration of advanced air mobility and automated aircraft operations into shared airspace. Using their technology, they ensure safe, secure, and scalable operations for autonomous flights. SkyGrid focuses on precision data integration to meet the specific needs of uncrewed and advanced air mobility operations, providing a unified operational picture to aid in decision-making. Their advanced automation and decision support tools are designed to enhance strategic and tactical functions in aviation. SkyGrid collaborates with global partners to boost airspace safety and believes in the key role of technology in opening skies for autonomous flight and scaling advanced air mobility.

51 - 200 employees

🚀 Aerospace

🚗 Transport

🤖 Artificial Intelligence

💰 Seed Round on 2021-04

📋 Description

• SkyGrid, a Boeing, Avathon Company, exists to open the sky for autonomous flight. Based in Austin, Texas, SkyGrid builds ground based high-assurance third-party services to enable the safe operations and airspace integration of highly automated and autonomous aircraft. SkyGrid also acts as a key operational nexus for advanced air mobility, integrating and managing data, infrastructure, access, and traffic to support seamless and efficient air traffic services. • The SkyGrid team is looking for an exceptional leader with aviation background to take on the Director of Program Management role. This person will lead the Program Management Organization (PMO), and work across organizational lines to achieve the company vision and goals. Program Management Office (PMO) with Program Managers and Business Area Manager will report to this individual and will have the final authority on timely delivery of products that meets the needs of customers and stakeholders. You are also responsible for leading annual company strategic planning that impact long term targets. You will maintain the morale of the organization and removing all roadblocks that arise along the way. You will also ensure that export compliance is reached for all internal and external stakeholders.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required. Technical background in aerospace, computing, and engineering a plus • Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated leadership experience in a managerial capacity, with a proven track record of effectively overseeing and guiding product teams • 5+ years of experience in product management with a track record of developing and launching new products in aerospace or related technologies • Strong domain knowledge and product sense in aviation, flight operations, aviation data, ATM/CNS systems and related digital services and systems • Strong communication and storytelling skills • Experience in uncrewed aviation, air traffic management, UTM, or advanced aerial mobility a plus • Growth Mindset: Action-oriented optimists grounded in reality, who finds joy in helping evolve points of view and achieve alignment across diverse perspectives • Status Quo Agitator: Ability to rapidly assess situations to build understanding on strength and weaknesses associated with existing operating models, tools and processes, then collaborate with others to chart a course towards what better “should/could”would look like. • Diverse Perspective: Experience working effectively with teams from difference business units, functions and geographies to develop strategies, decision analysis, innovative business models and/or process improvements. Strong emotional intelligence and empathy to effectively leverage learnings from your professional journey. • Proactive amidst ambiguity: Drive value and outcomes through creative solutions even when certain elements are complex or ambiguous. View uncertainty as an opportunity to create value

🏖️ Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage from Day One: Enjoy immediate access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, including HSA and FSA options. • Generous Retirement Contributions: Benefit from an automatic company 401k contribution program, with no match required, plus an additional company matching program to boost your retirement savings. • Calm Annual Membership: Prioritize your mental health with complimentary access to mindfulness and meditation resources. • Discounted ClassPass Membership: Stay active and healthy with access to thousands of fitness studios and gyms nationwide. • Investment in Your Growth: Receive an annual stipend for learning and development to support your continuous education and skill development • Engaging Team Activities: Participate in quarterly team-building events and celebrations organized by our dedicated culture committee. • Fully Stocked Kitchen: Enjoy a variety of snacks and beverages to keep you fueled throughout the day.