Hybrid Senior Manager, Operational Test

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About the role

  • Senior Manager of Operational Test leading complex flight test planning and execution at high-speed aircraft manufacturer Hermeus. Coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure mission success.

Responsibilities

  • Lead mission planning activities for flight test operations, including mission timelines, resource allocation, and operational readiness
  • Coordinate with flight test engineers, pilots, ground operations, and safety teams to ensure missions are executed safely and effectively
  • Develop mission plans, operational procedures, and execution checklists for flight test campaigns
  • Oversee daily mission readiness reviews and operational briefings
  • Manage integration of new mission systems and external payloads with aircraft for flight test
  • Support development and execution of flight test plans and test cards
  • Coordinate aircraft readiness, ground support equipment, range operations, and logistics required for flight testing
  • Monitor mission execution and provide operational leadership during flight operations
  • Identify and resolve operational risks or mission execution issues in real time
  • Serve as the operational interface between engineering, flight operations, maintenance, safety, and mission planning teams
  • Ensure alignment between program objectives and operational execution
  • Coordinate with external partners including test ranges, regulatory bodies, and operational support organizations
  • Plan and support deployment of mission operations teams to remote or test locations
  • Oversee mission logistics including personnel, equipment, and infrastructure requirements
  • Ensure deployed operations meet safety, schedule, and operational objectives
  • Ensure mission operations comply with company safety policies and regulatory requirements
  • Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies
  • Support operational safety reviews, hazard analyses, and mission readiness assessments

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, aviation, operations management, or related field
  • 10+ years of experience in aviation, aerospace, defense, or mission operations environments
  • Experience coordinating complex operations involving multiple teams and technical systems
  • Experience supporting flight test operations, mission planning, or aviation operations
  • Strong leadership and decision-making skills in high-pressure operational environments

Benefits

  • 100% employer-paid health care
  • 401k & Retirement Plans
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Weekly Paid Office Lunches
  • End of Year Bonuses
  • Fully stocked breakrooms
  • Stock Options
  • Paid Parental Leave

Job title

Senior Manager, Operational Test

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$169,000 - $228,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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