Project Manager - Defense | Government Programs
About The Position
At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture. The project manager will be responsible for coordinating and executing development efforts within budget and schedule. As part of the Government Programs team, the successful team member will participate in building the customer pipeline and developing project proposals to meet service needs in alignment with business objectives. Once the opportunity is won, the project manager will be responsible for building and leading the cross-functional team to execute on timeline. The ideal candidate will have experience with Department of Defense funded R&D, contract vehicles, requirements, and acquisition pathways.
Requirements
- 6+ years of relevant experience
- Experience with defense contracting
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
- Ability to obtain a security clearance
- Eligibility Requirement: Due to regulations, contractual requirements, and export control laws, applicants must be U.S. persons to be considered
Nice To Haves
- Prior military service a plus
- Experience with aerospace development and/or aviation
- Proficient in MS Project
- Experience with DFAR/ITAR compliance
Responsibilities
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to advance funded development efforts
- Host and contribute to weekly meetings with government customers
- Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant internal stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
- Ensure resource availability and allocation
- Developing aggressive but achievable schedules and budgets
- Reporting internally and externally progress, earned value, path to closure
- Pursue funding opportunities and develop proposals
Benefits
- Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members
- onsite healthcare in Vermont
- comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision
- short- and long-term disability
- paid parental leave
- daily lunch provided
- flight lessons
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
