Deputy Program Manager

What You'll Do:

• Own the development and maintenance of integrated master schedules that align engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain activities to ensure timely prototype delivery and test campaigns
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and subcontractors to track progress, identify risks, plan program resourcing, and implement mitigation strategies before they impact critical path milestones
• Translate complex technical requirements into actionable program plans, ensuring all stakeholders understand dependencies, deliverables, and timelines
• Provide regular program status reporting to leadership while managing day-to-day execution details 

What We’re Looking For:

• Background in an engineering or similar discipline with previous program/project management experience in aerospace, maritime, automotive, or similar industries
• Demonstrated proficiency with project management tools and proven ability to develop and maintain complex schedules with cross-functional dependencies. Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Jira, and SmartSheet is preferred.
• Experience managing subcontractor relationships, including schedule tracking, performance evaluation, and integration planning
• Strong risk management capabilities with a track record of identifying potential issues early and implementing effective mitigation strategies
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to translate technical concepts across different functional teams and management levels
• Experience in prototype development environments where adaptability, problem-solving, and rapid iteration are essential to program success
• Bonus: experience implementing Python scripts or similar to automate processes.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Collaborative Team Player: You believe that great things happen when teams work together. You communicate effectively and collaborate with engineers, stakeholders, and other cross-functional teams to align on goals and move projects forward. You bring people together, ensuring that everyone is on the same page and moving towards a shared vision.
• Creative Problem Solver: You thrive on tackling complex challenges and finding innovative solutions. Whether it’s optimizing data pipelines, solving integration hurdles, or improving automation workflows, you approach every problem with creativity and determination. You’re able to address immediate needs while also planning for future scalability and efficiency.
• Adaptable & Agile: In a fast-paced, ever-evolving startup environment, you quickly adapt to changing priorities and requirements. You approach challenges with a calm, resilient mindset, and know how to pivot and adjust your approach as needed, ensuring that progress continues without missing a beat.
• Innovative Mindset: You’re driven by curiosity and a passion for technology. You’re passionate about driving continuous improvement, embracing new technologies and methodologies to enhance efficiency, quality, and team performance.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation including a robust equity incentive plan to reward your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance - we cover 100% of your premiums (including dependents!)
• 401(k) with company matching, so you can plan for the future
• Generous flexible time off, paid parental leave, and company-wide holiday breaks
• Relocation packages available for those moving to join our team
• Daily, free catered lunches
• Learning & professional development opportunities with the chance to make a direct impact on the company’s growth and success