Senior Payload Program Manager

AEVEX; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Professional development funds

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Job summary

AEVEX is seeking a Senior Payload Specialist in McLean, Virginia, to manage technical programs. The role requires strong organizational skills and experience with complex airborne ISR collection platforms. Responsibilities include preparing project documentation and supporting travel for reviews and testing.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 5 - 10 years of relevant experience, with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance. A comprehensive benefits suite is available for employees.

Qualifications

• 5 - 10 years of experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance with polygraph.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical programs for the sponsor.
• Provide technical expertise for system requirements generation.
• Monitor task execution and prepare project briefs.
• Assist with program planning and control.
• Support travel for programmatic reviews and system testing.

Skills

Strong organizational and communication skills

Experience with technical, airborne ISR platforms

Ability to travel locally, CONUS, and OCONUS

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience

Background in Electrical, Software, or Aeronautical Engineering

Job description

AEVEX is seeking a Senior Payload Specialist in McLean, Virginia, to manage technical programs. The role requires strong organizational skills and experience with complex airborne ISR collection platforms. Responsibilities include preparing project documentation and supporting travel for reviews and testing.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 5 - 10 years of relevant experience, with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance. A comprehensive benefits suite is available for employees.