Software Engineering Manager, Aviation

The Opportunity

The Aviation team is responsible for building world-class remotely piloted aircraft and supporting ground systems for public safety customers. We build flying cameras (drones) that push the boundaries of connectivity, video transmission, power and thermal management, and imaging. We build platforms that are meant to fly thousands of missions without human intervention in harsh environments across the country. We deliver these drones to our customers as a service and ensure they are able to operate them with safety and compliance without the need to become aviation experts themselves.

We're looking for an experienced and empathetic Engineering Manager to lead our team. This role requires a blend of technical expertise and strong leadership skills. You should be a strong technical leader who can contribute to architectural discussions, help define technical strategy, and understand the intricacies of a complex system such as this.

Skillset

• Passionate about building software, with a desire to keep learning and improving.
• Proven leadership skills, with confidence in leading and supporting engineers to reach their full potential.
• Skilled in people management: coaching direct reports, driving performance, and fostering career growth.
• Experienced in project management: leading initiatives from planning through delivery, ensuring milestones and timelines are met.
• Technically engaged: able to conduct thorough code reviews, set high engineering standards, and hold meaningful technical discussions with the team.
• Strong proficiency in TypeScript with ReactJS and GoLang.
• Strong collaboration with Product Management: reviewing specifications, clarifying requirements, and aligning on priorities through agile processes and ceremonies.
• Motivated by tackling ambiguous problems, creating structure, and driving solutions.
• Excited to work in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment and influence the growth of a young company.

Salary & Equity

In this role, you’ll receive a starting salary of $200,000 - $220,000 as well as stock options. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education/training, as well as market indicators. Your recruiter will discuss this in-depth with you during our first chat.

Perks

• Flexible PTO: We seriously mean it, plus 11 company holidays.
• Fully-paid health benefits plan for employees: including Medical, Dental, and Vision and an HSA match.
• Family Leave: All employees receive 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave. Birthing parents are eligible for an additional 6-8 weeks of physical recovery time.
• Breastfeeding support: We have partnered with La Leche League to provide support for breastfeeding mothers.
• Fertility & Family Benefits: We have partnered with Maven, a complete digital health benefit for starting and raising a family. In 2024, Flock will provide a $50,000-lifetime maximum benefit related to eligible adoption, surrogacy, or fertility expenses.
• Mental Health: All employees receive an annual subscription to Headspace.
• Caregiver Support: We have partnered with Cariloop to provide our employees with caregiver support.
• Carta Tax Advisor: Employees receive 1:1 sessions with Equity Tax Advisors who can address individual grants, model tax scenarios, and answer general questions.
• ERGs: We want all employees to thrive and feel like they belong at Flock. We offer three ERGs today - Women of Flock, Flock Proud, and Melanin Motion. If you are interested in talking to a representative from one of these, please let your recruiter know.
• WFH Stipend: $150 per month to cover the costs of working from home.
• Home Office Stipend: A one-time $750 to help you create your dream office.

Additional Information

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certification as a condition of employment. Applicants must meet all FBI CJIS Security Policy requirements, including a fingerprint-based background check.

Flock is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and thoughts and welcome everyone to apply for employment with us. We are committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive, transparent, and collaborative. Mutual respect is central to how Flock operates, and we believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills.