Edge Autonomy · 1 day ago
IPT Lead - Air Vehicle
San Luis Obispo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$175K/yr - $250K/yr
10+ years expRedwire Defense Tech is seeking an experienced Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead – Air Vehicle to oversee the development, integration, and delivery of uncrewed aircraft systems. This role requires deep technical knowledge and leadership in key air vehicle domains while ensuring that all subsystems are integrated and delivered efficiently.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Take ownership of air vehicle projects handed off from the SEIT team and drive them through development, integration, and completion
Lead cross-functional teams to execute work across airframe, propulsion, electrical systems, avionics hardware, payload integration, weight and balance, and aircraft performance
Ensure system integration for hardware mounts, fuel cell mounts, battery mounts, and payload bay interface control documents (ICDs)
Work with Product/Technology directors and Project Engineers to develop and manage project plans, schedules, resource allocations, and risk assessments to ensure on-time and on-budget execution
Interface with systems engineers, program managers, manufacturing teams, and test engineers to align deliverables with technical and operational goals
Conduct design reviews, technical evaluations, and integration planning to ensure seamless coordination across teams
Ensure compliance with performance, reliability, and safety standards throughout the air vehicle development lifecycle
Provide technical leadership to resolve design, integration, and manufacturing challenges
Support flight testing and validation efforts, working closely with test engineers to assess system performance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field or equivalent experience
Strong technical background in air vehicle systems, including airframe, propulsion, avionics hardware, and electrical systems
Experience with aircraft weight and balance assessments, aircraft performance optimization, and system hardware configuration
Knowledge of mounting solutions for hardware, including hard mounts, fuel cell mounts, and battery mounts
Proficiency in engineering tools for CAD, analysis, and system modeling
Familiarity with payload integration and interface control documents (ICDs)
10+ years of experience in aerospace, defense or UAS industries, with a focus on air vehicle systems
Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex air vehicle projects
Prior experience managing air vehicle development from concept through testing and deployment
Strong leadership and decision-making abilities, with experience managing teams in a fast-paced environment
Excellent project management skills, including scheduling, risk mitigation, and resource planning
Effective communication and collaboration skills, with experience working across engineering, program management, and test teams
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges across air vehicle subsystems
Preferred
Master's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field is preferred
Prior experience working on UAS air vehicle design and integration
Experience supporting flight test and validation activities
Ability to mentor and develop junior engineers within the team
Adaptability to work in dynamic, high-priority environments with shifting technical challenges
Experience with composite airframe structures and advanced propulsion systems
Knowledge of aircraft system integration and testing for UAS or military platforms
Benefits
Matching 401(k)
Paid PTO
Paid holidays
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
HSA and FSA Options
Critical Care Plan
Accident Care Plan
Company
Edge Autonomy
Edge Autonomy manufactures unmanned aircraft vehicles for the government and private companies.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-01-20Acquired
Leadership Team
John Purvis
Chief Executive Officer
Allen Gardner
CTO
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