Princ. Technical Program Manager, Engineering (Furnishings, Avionics, Electrical)

Otto Aerospace is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through innovative technology. The Principal Technical Program Manager (TPM) will manage program information for Furnishings & Equipment and Avionics & Electrical Systems, ensuring products are delivered on schedule and within budget while driving integration and development of the Air Vehicle.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and communicate the budget, schedule, and product development plans to all stakeholders
• Collaborate with the work package owners to define activities across all program phases: requirements & concept development, design, manufacturing, testing, qualification, certification, and transition to production
• Support Supply Chain with management of external suppliers
• Provide and maintain engineering inputs to the integrated master schedule to enable accurate program metrics and visibility
• Define goals, track deliverables, identify risk, and drive mitigation plans; establish effective execution rhythms and tools to ensure alignment and accountability
• Assess resource requirements and highlight gaps across various stages for all projects
• Coordinate with other TPMs to align on priorities, summarizing status, and defining risks, mitigations, and opportunities
• Manage the project roadmap within the framework of the overall program strategy

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering or other related field
• A minimum of eight (8) years in technical program/project management role, preferably in the aviation industry
• A minimum of ten (10) years of total experience (an equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered)
• Mechanical and/or electrical engineering experience throughout the product lifecycle, including qualification of seating, interiors, avionics, electrical systems, and in-flight entertainment
• Project management experience in complex aircraft structures development through design, testing, and qualification phases
• Experience with MS Project, Primavera, Jama, Jira and/or other project management tools
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing standard processes
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
• Ability to work cross‐functionally, build relationships, and manage conflict
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive delivery of communication and follow up
• Ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints
• Demonstrated agility and autonomous decision-making within ambiguous situations
• Experience with Dassault 3DX