Airdrop Project Lead

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Massachusetts.

📋 Description

• Act as the main logistics coordinator for the Airdrop team within a multidisciplinary government engineering group.

• Utilize aerial delivery rigging knowledge to assist in engineering evaluations, test airdrop equipment, and create airdrop and helicopter sling load rigging protocols.

• Conduct inspections of aerial delivery gear during initial article and production lot evaluations.

• Perform visual inspections of selected parachute system components, measure specified characteristics, document results, and present findings to the lead Government representative.

• Diagnose issues with deployed helicopter sling load apparatus and personnel and cargo parachute systems.

• Execute root cause analysis and formulate corrective measures.

• Carry out technical reviews of drawing packages, specifications, and technical and field manuals within a 30-day timeframe.

• Engage in design reviews for parachute and airdrop equipment.

• Provide guidance to command and industry partners regarding airdrop protocols, equipment setup, and integration of special operations aviation.

• Ensure technical oversight of parachute systems, load inspections, precision airdrop, and safety compliance for high-risk special operations missions.

• Function as a subject matter expert on parachute rigging, airborne operations, and specialized equipment programs.

• Manage projects or processes across various professional domains and drive daily objectives that influence the program.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with 8+ years of directly relevant airdrop experience; additional experience, training, or certifications may be accepted in lieu of a degree.

• Over 5 years of experience in program and logistics management.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.

• Capability to obtain and sustain a Government Common Access Card (CAC).

• Competence to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

• Ability to work autonomously as well as in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

• Strong skill in articulating technical information clearly to varied audiences.

• Openness to travel up to 25%, depending on program requirements.

• FAA Parachute Rigger certification preferred.

• Military experience preferred.

• Background in aerial delivery operations, training, and mission readiness preferred.

• Familiarity with parachute systems, load inspection, precision airdrop, and safety compliance for high-risk special operations missions preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote/telework options available.

• Support/eligibility for Government Common Access Card (CAC).

• Travel opportunities up to 25% based on program requirements.