Flight Test Risk Manager
Mountain View, California
Manufacturing – Safety and QA /
Full-time /
On-site
LTA Research and Exploration has an opening for a motivated Risk Manager to join our team and build ‘lighter than air’ flight vehicles. You will work within a group of leaders and managers to manage associated aviation risks with innovative solutions of large experimental flight vehicles. We believe in fast-cycle development and approach to flight hardware development with the motto “build a little, test a little, learn a lot”. This unique position allows for hand-on participation through all phases of development, from concept to flight of an experimental aerospace vehicle.
We are seeking a high energy, self-starting, and passionate Risk Manager to help facilitate these risks as we embark on the flight testing journey of Pathfinder 1.
Responsibilities
- Cultivates a safe and secure operating environment by identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks
- Serves as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Risk Matrix, overseeing its development, implementation, and maintenance
- Ensures the accuracy, integrity, and security of all safety-related data, reports, and records
- Manages the technical aspects of the consolidated information and data platform for Safety Assurance inputs, including design, development, deployment, and continuous improvement
- Collaborates in the establishment and ongoing refinement of safety performance metrics and goals aligned with the Safety Management System (SMS)
- Contributes to the risk management system by providing insights derived from daily activities
- Ensures the proper handling and disposal of all safety documents, reports, records, analysis, and correspondence
- Develops and maintains SMS-compliant documentation of safety data collection, analysis, and dissemination processes
- Schedules, coordinates, and facilitates risk-related meetings
- Manages and produces risk assessment meeting agendas/presentations
- Oversees the timely completion of all risk assessment outputs, including corrective actions, recommendations, and escalations
- Maintains a comprehensive corporate hazard and risk registry
- Creates, monitors, and ensures adherence to risk processes & procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Safety, Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in safety management and risk assessment (aviation safety highly preferred)
- Passion for aviation
- Proven expertise in risk management methodologies and tools
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficient in Microsoft Office / Google gSuite
- Experience with RiskyProject
What We Offer!
- Relocation assistance
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan (100% premium paid for individuals, ~70% for dependents)
- Company-paid life, AD&D, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurances
- Parental leave
- Generous PTO + 11 paid holidays
- 401(k) matching up to 6%
- Lunch and snacks provided every day, including accommodations for all dietary restrictions
- Monthly wellness stipend
- Monthly cell phone stipend
- Yearly education stipend to obtain certifications or take classes in your field
- Mental health benefit
- Fun events, swag, and the occasional airship ride
- An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and the most talented experts from different fields
Compliance Requirements
- Criminal background check clearance
- Drug test clearance wherever applicable
The base salary range for this role is $110,000 to $160,000, which is determined based on experience, geography, and qualifications. The base salary is one component of the total compensation package, which includes a very competitive annual bonus, 401K Match, and other generous benefits. While we believe competitive compensation is a critical aspect of your decision to join us, we do hope you also spend time considering why our mission and culture are right for you.
LTA Research & Exploration welcomes all candidates to apply including those with limited experience. We understand that candidates with a growth mindset and passion for working on the next chapter in aviation advancement can outweigh experience alone. We celebrate diverse origins and journeys and understand their importance in developing new technology. Rooted in our humanitarian mission, we want to serve the entire globe and have a team that represents those we wish to serve.
Lighter Than Air is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other discriminatory factors prohibited by law.
