GM- Civil

Boston, NH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 07-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About you:

This is a role for a rare kind of operator someone who can translate deep credibility in the aviation community into measurable business outcomes. As General Manager Civil & Strategic programs you will own the P&L and be accountable for one clear output: revenue growth. Youll lead Merlins civil and OEM programs driving growth through partnerships delivery certification and sustainment. Own and manage the Civil and OEM portfolio accountable for growth profitability and long-term success will be defined by building and closing a pipeline of opportunities securing wins with civil and OEM customers. Youre equally comfortable shaping senior-level customer requirements as you are driving internal teams to deliver programs with precision. Above all you bring the presence relationships and execution discipline to turn market opportunities into lasting revenue for Merlin.

Responsibilities:

Generate revenue by building and closing a robust pipeline leading capture efforts and securing wins that directly contribute to Merlins growth.
Shape customer requirements by engaging with senior stakeholders translating mission priorities into actionable program and product strategies in close collaboration with the Chief Product Officer.
In conjunction with the Chief Technical Officer and Chief Product Officer guide technical development and demonstration to address customer operational challenges and increase probability of capture.
Own and manage P&L for the OEMs and Civil business ensuring consistent revenue growth profitability and long-term value creation.
Provide portfolio-level leadership across all OEMs and Civil programs with oversight of financials staffing schedules and risk management in partnership with Program Management and Finance.
Serve as Merlins executive presence with customers and partners representing the company at forums engagements and strategic events to strengthen visibility trust and influence.
Foster cross-functional collaboration by driving accountability across execution teams and partnering effectively with Capture BD Program Management Finance and Product functions.

Qualifications :

Proven track record of owning and managing P&L ( $50M )in defense aerospace or a high-tech environment.
Deep understanding of Aerospace OEMs and Civil markets mission sets and operational culture.
Understanding of civil certification processes. E.g. STCs
Demonstrated success in business development capture management and customer engagement with senior military leaders.
Experience leading cross-functional teams in fast-paced mission-driven environments.

Nice to have:

Active U.S. security clearance (Secret or higher).
Experience standing up Fleet operations
Executive presence with strong influencing and relationship-building skills
Experience positioning new technology solutions within the ecosystem and turning them into revenue-producing programs.

Required Experience:

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About you: This is a role for a rare kind of operator someone who can translate deep credibility in the aviation community into measurable business outcomes. As General Manager Civil & Strategic programs you will own the P&L and be accountable for one clear output: revenue growth. Youll lead Merlin...