Program Manager - FAA Licensed (Aerospace)

Responsibilities

• Lead an aviation maintenance team supporting a fleet of Bell 505 helicopters, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and commercial aviation standards.
• Serve as the V2X primary liaison with prime contractor, DoD users, FAA representatives, and internal leadership and customers.
• Develop and maintain detailed program schedules, budgets, risk assessments, and performance metrics.
• Ensure all program activities align with safety, airworthiness, and quality requirements.
• Manage V2X workforce at two geographically-separated locations.
• Manage contract performance, including requirements management, deliverables, modifications, and reporting.
• Carry out program reviews, audits, and readiness assessments in partnership with V2X quality managers and the FAA.
• Identify program risks and develop mitigation strategies to maintain continuity and compliance.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts and establish best practices for aerospace program operations.
• Support proposal development, cost modeling, resource planning, and technical writing for new business pursuits.

Qualifications

• Must hold an A&P license, to include Inspection Authorization (IA) credentials, with 10 years performing in this capacity.
• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aviation Management, Business Administration, or equivalent.
• 12+ years of program or project management experience within the aerospace, aviation, or defense sector.
• Demonstrated knowledge of FAA regulations, compliance requirements, safety protocols, and quality standards.
• Proven experience managing cross-functional technical teams in a highly regulated environment.
• Strong communication, leadership, and customer relationship management skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain access to DoD government facilities and computer systems.