Program Manager

ZeroAvia is seeking a Programme Manager to join its team in Kemble, UK with responsibility for managing the delivery of powertrain and hydrogen projects. ZeroAvia’s aim is to design and commercialize hydrogen-powered aviation solutions to address sub-regional and short-haul commercial flights up to 500 miles. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a range of hydrogen-electric powertrain certification projects including full engine system test programmes and aircraft integration certification.

ZeroAvia is at the forefront of a new clean aviation ecosystem, and the successful candidate will be joining a world-class team that is passionate about designing and delivering solutions that are not just carbon-emission free but also cost-effective.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive teams to deliver on objectives, managing and working with internal and external stakeholders, and suppliers.
• Setting and driving the program cadence, including standups, tasking and tracking, retrospectives and communications in the project and to company stakeholders
• Developing high-level and detailed delivery plans with the engineering team and senior management
• Building, securing and controlling the program budget
• Developing resource plans and coordinating with colleagues in the PMO and engineering to prioritise and optimize use of resources
• Identifying and managing risks and solving issues proactively
• Solving problems, driving out waste and maximizing the impact of the team’s work
• Ensuring core Programme management processes are implemented, including budget control, cost analysis, risk management, and change controls.
• Fostering a collaborative working environment with cross-functional teams, including engineering, testing teams, supply chain, and customer support teams according to ZeroAvia’s core principles.
• Work closely with management teams to define business objectives and ensure that programmes support long-term strategic planning

Requirements

• Experienced in managing complex engineering projects and delivery of aerospace products through the certification process
• Able to grasp engineering issues and fundamentals of new systems, and use this knowledge to make project decisions
• Solid experience leading cross-functional teams in a complex engineering environment.
• Proficient with project planning/management tools, such as MSP and JIRA.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve, use analytics and data, and find value through drilling into technical and programmatic issues
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise effort, identify the 80:20 in tasks and multitask
• Availability for occasional domestic and international travel.

Who are we?  

ZeroAvia is pioneering the shift towards sustainable aviation with hydrogen-electric powertrains, aiming to make air travel truly clean. We are focusing on: 
 
- Designing and commercializing hydrogen-powered solutions for aviation. 
- Fostering a culture of innovation, efficiency, and problem-solving within a high-velocity work environment. 

- Encouraging team members to take radical ownership and challenge conventional approaches to drive innovation. 
 
If you're interested in contributing to this mission, ZeroAvia looks for individuals who are: 
 
- Solution-focused and driven by results. 
- Eager to ask questions and challenge existing norms. 
- Committed innovation, with the goal of zero-carbon aviation for a sustainable future. 
 
We have a vision, for not just cleaner skies but also for revolutionizing how the aviation industry approaches technology. 

Diversity and Inclusion

As an emergent company shaping the aviation industry, we know that diversity fuels success and unlocks potential. We embrace being an equal-opportunity employer and actively seek individuals from diverse backgrounds. We value the multitude of skills, perspectives, and mindsets everyone can bring to the table. These experiences ignite creativity, originality, and growth. We proudly reject discrimination in all forms, including that based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

Why Join Us? 

We want to help you be your best self, at work and at home, that’s why we provide our employees with… 

• Private health and dental care – get access to services and support when you need them. Add you family members too* 
• Mental health support – enjoy a culture where positive mental health is front of mind with our trained Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programmes and wellbeing support. 
• Free lunch and healthy snacks – keeping you fueled up so you can help us deliver the technology of the future** 
• Sports, games and culture clubs – connect and keep fit with other ZeroAvians by joining one of our subsidised clubs – such as, running, cycling, padel, trivia, theatre and gardening. 

We also offer:  

• Stock options – so youcan share in our success. 
• 5 hours of free flying lessons  
• 25 days holiday, plus public holidays – to help you manage your work-life balance. 
• Free EV Charging and membership in our EV Club. 
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes for EV Club, Curry's Tech, Cycle to Work, and Ikea Furniture. 
• Weekly Spot Bonuses to reward excellence. 
• Income Protection and Legal Support for peace of mind. 
• Relocation Support to make your move seamless.