Program Manager, Government & Defense

About AIRCO
AIRCO is a world leader in carbon conversion technology paving the way to global energy security by transforming CO₂ into a valuable resource. Its proprietary AIRMADE Technology is an adaptable platform that allows any industry to efficiently produce high-demand fully-formulated synthetic fuels from waste CO₂ and hydrogen.

The company has commercial partnerships with airlines including JetBlue and Virgin Atlantic amongst others and has been awarded multiple government contracts including with NASA and the United States Department of Defenses Defense Innovation Unit. The company has received industry recognition through awards such as Time Best Inventions Inc. Best in Business Fast Company World Changing Ideas and the XPrize for Carbon Removal.

AIRCOs many accolades include winning the prestigious Green Chemistry Challenge Award from the Environmental Protection Agency in October 2023 an award given to organizations that reinvent processes to reduce the generation of hazardous substances and byproducts. AIRCO was also declared a winner for the World Economic Forum UpLink Sustainable Aviation Challenge which accelerates the development of promising technology pathways that enable widespread uptake of SAF.

The Position

We are seeking a Program Manager - Government - to join our team. This role will report to our Director of Government & Defense Programs. This position will contribute to the requirements-led development of products and other opportunities. This role is based in New Britain PA and works on-site five days per week

What you get to do

• Own and manage three core workstreams within the MAD Program determining the personnel material and technical resources required to successfully complete each and implementing strategies to achieve program goals:
• Feedstocks: coordinate external vendors and technical teams manage client-facing technical meeting requirements and ensure designs are sound and executable.
• Power Source: work with external partners to integrate and secure power sourcing for MAD systems.
• Systems Requirements: coordinate across all sections and stakeholders (feedstocks water treatment customer input) so internal teams are aligned and the product being designed is the right one.
• Track program performance against key metrics generate regular reports and present updates to senior management highlighting achievements challenges and recommendations.
• Evaluate potential partnerships based on technology readiness manufacturing readiness and business alignment in support of the MAD and Advanced Manufacturing programs.
• Support AIRCOs Technical Lead and RD&E members in submission of program funding proposals and follow on program management of any awarded programs.
• Conduct other tasks assigned. Coordinate closely with and provide support to key cross-functional partners at AIRCO.

What you bring to AIRCO

• 5-7 years of experience with public-segment customers in a technical capacity in a related industry and in comparable technical program management.
• Demonstrated ownership of a product project or process that was operationalized and successfully iterated on over time
• Experience managing technical programs with the ability to speak the same technical language as engineering/RD&E teams and evaluate Technology Readiness Levels (TRL).
• Bachelors Degree in a technical field (Engineering Chemistry etc)
• Ability to work diligently and independently with an eagerness to learn.
• Exceptional communication skills.

Bonus Points

• Prior military/defense experience.
• Masters degree in a relevant field.
• PMP/PMI or similar certification.

Working at AIRCO - In addition to standard medical and dental benefits that kick in Day 1 AIRCO is:

• A team of engineers scientists operators builders and innovators working on hard problems with tangible impact.
• A company building and deploying real systems for fuel and chemical production in real-world conditions.
• A hands-on environment where ownership is clear decisions stay close to the work and teams move with trust discipline and speed.
• Driven by work that matters with a culture grounded in safety teamwork transparency purpose agility ambition and creativity.

We also provide:

Comprehensive Health Benefits

• Full coverage for employee base premiums on health dental and vision insurance.
• 70% coverage for spouse and dependent base premiums.
• Choose between base plans or enhanced options to fit your needs.

Health Savings & Flexibility

• Access company-sponsored HSA and FSA accounts to save on healthcare and dependent care expenses.

Income Protection & Insurance

• Company-paid Short-Term Disability insurance.
• Optional Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance plans.

Time Off & Leave

• Flexible and generous paid time off including national holidays and sick leave.
• Paid family leave to support you during important life moments.

Retirement Savings

• Tax-deferred 401(k) plan with a 3% company match to help you invest in your future.

Commuter Benefits

• Pre-tax savings on transit and parking plus monthly company contributions.

Additional Perks

• Ancillary benefits through Sequoia including pet insurance and financial wellness programs.
• Employee wellness program to support your of Wellhub & One Medical.
• Company-sponsored events and programs that promote an inclusive and values-driven workplace.
• In person weekly catered lunch every Wednesday.

At AIRCO we value employees for their unique perspectives. We are an inclusive affirmative action Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider applicants without regard to actual or perceived race color creed religion national origin ancestry citizenship status age sex or gender (including pregnancy childbirth pregnancy-related conditions and lactation) gender identity or expression (including transgender status) sexual orientation marital status military service and veteran status present or past history of intellectual learning mental or physical disability (including but not limited to blindness) unless AIRCO determines that such disability prevents performance of the work involved genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws and ordinances.

Dont meet every single requirement Studies have shown that women marginalized genders and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At AIRCO we are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles

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