Senior Program Manager, Propulsors

Job overview

The Senior Program Manager, Propulsors role is onsite in Nashville, TN. Compensation is not specified. Whisper Aero develops propulsion solutions intended to be cleaner, quieter, and more efficient for aircraft and other applications. The manager leads cross-functional development and integration of electric ducted-fan propulsion systems from concept through testing and certification. The role coordinates scope, schedule, budgets, requirements, risks, suppliers, and stakeholders to support program performance and product development goals.

What you'll do

• Lead program planning and execution for electric propulsion development
• manage scope, schedule, and budgets
• coordinate requirements, milestones, and risk strategies
• drive issue resolution and program decisions
• work with suppliers, customers, and certification authorities
• support product strategy and technology maturation
• facilitate design reviews and program updates
• use agile tools to track work and documentation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior program manager

propulsors

full-time

nashville tn

whisper aero

electric propulsion

aerospace

program execution

aircraft systems

certification

agile

jira

relocation assistance

401(k)

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• At least 90% employer-paid benefit plans for employees and dependents, HSA/FSA options, four weeks of starting paid time off, federal holidays, eligible year-end bonuses, 401(k), relocation assistance, and professional development stipend.

Why this role

The posting requires 8 or more years of aerospace-industry experience, including at least five years in program management. U.S. person status is required because the role may access export-controlled data.

About the employer

Whisper Aero is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.