ZeroAvia is a leader in zero-emission aviation, flying the world's largest hydrogen-electric aircraft since September 2020. Its focus is the design and commercialization of hydrogen-powered aviation solutions to address a variety of markets, initially targeting short-haul, sub-regional commercial flights up to 500 miles. To date, ZeroAvia has secured the UK CAA and FAA experimental permit to fly for its 6-seat aircraft powered by hydrogen-electric powertrain, passed significant flight tests, and is on track for commercial deliveries by 2023. Its achievements to date were rewarded by the UK prime minister by inviting ZeroAvia as a member to the UK Jet Zero Council.

ZeroAvia’s powertrain development focuses on integrating hydrogen storage tanks, fuel cell systems, and electric motors, delivering a solution that will be not only without carbon emissions but also cheaper to operate. Commercializing the solution requires the establishment of a new clean aviation ecosystem, encompassing hydrogen production from renewable energy sources and tackling public perception of safety.

Working together daily with the Head of Aircraft Integration & Testing and in conjunction with the Strategy department, the Head of Programmes will have the overall responsibility for Projects and Programs activities across the business.

The main tasks of the Head of Programs will be the following:

• Create and implement programme management vision, strategy, policies, processes, guidelines, and any associated documents to aid and improve business performance,
• Own programme management strategies and processes in order to meet business objectives and operational needs in terms of price, quality, and delivery targets,
• Own the Risk&Opportunities register across all company levels,
• Define annual budget plans, monitor design-to-cost and design-to-manufacturing strategy, plan project controlling structures together with the financial department,
• Review and ensure alignment of program priorities, strategies, and plans.

Needed Experience and Qualifications

• MSc in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Business, or comparable degree,
• 10+ years of Project Management experience in multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural, international projects, with proven accreditation (as PMP for example),
• Experience in AGILE culture, processes, and tools,
• Broad experience in people management, attitude to empower and deploy vs concentrate and micro-management,
• Confident in commercial and financial planning and controlling

Desirable Experience and Qualifications

• Experience with EASA Part 21, Part 23, Part 25, and all relevant aerospace applicable standards is a plus
• Experience with innovation projects, prototype and product development, flight demonstrators in the field of sustainable aviation

Diversity and inclusion

ZeroAvia is an equal opportunity employer and as a young company in the aviation industry, we value diversity and need people of different backgrounds that bring a plethora of skills, perspectives, and mindsets to the table that can spur originality, imagination, and creativity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.