archer56

Program Manager, Flight Test

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At a Glance

Location
San Jose, California, United States
Experience
7+ years
Compensation
targeting a base pay between $160,000 - $255,500. Actual compensation offered
Posted
2026-05-20T16:21:20-04:00

Key Requirements

Required Skills

Jira

Domain Knowledge

  • Aerospace
  • Engineering
  • Logistics

Requirements

7+ years of experience in flight test operations or flight test program management

Experience managing complex logistics, including aircraft maintenance and remote site operations

Experience with eVTOL, fly-by-wire systems, or high-voltage electric propulsion testing

Experience with telemetry control room operations and real-time monitoring tools

Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

Flight Test Program Manager

to lead the planning, execution, and certification of our flight test campaigns.

This role acts as the critical link between the design engineering teams, the flight operations crew, and regulatory authorities.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of flight test vehicles, ensuring that development and certification testing is conducted safely and efficiently.

Lead the planning and execution of flight test campaigns from initial ground runs and envelope expansion through final certification

Serve as the primary interface between the Flight Test organization and Design Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams