Our mission at Skyryse is nothing less than a new era in flight, where fatalities are nearly zero, piloting any aircraft is simple and safe, and the sky is accessible to all. SkyOS, our industry-first universal operating system for flight, provides any airplane or helicopter with a fly-by-wire flight management solution that significantly reduces the complexity of flying. Skyryse One, our first production aircraft powered by SkyOS, was unveiled in 2024 and features the simplest, safest, and most intuitive flight controls in general aviation.
Fleet Readiness Manager
Location: Camarillo, CA
The Fleet Readiness Manager ensures the readiness, safety, and performance of Skyryse’s flight test and demonstration fleet. This role manages all aspects of aircraft availability, site operations, and personnel coordination in direct support of the Flight Test Engineering organization. The position serves as the operational bridge between Engineering, Maintenance, and Flight Operations to ensure aircraft, facilities, and teams are fully prepared to execute safe and efficient test and demo missions.
This is a full-time onsite role based at the Camarillo Airport.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operational Readiness and Coordination
- Lead all activities related to aircraft readiness, availability, and fleet configuration in support of the Flight Test schedule.
- Partner with Flight Test Engineering to translate test requirements into aircraft, crew, and facility readiness actions.
- Coordinate logistics, ground operations, and maintenance scheduling to align with planned flight test events.
- Manage instrumentation installation, calibration, and maintenance processes in coordination with Engineering and A&P teams.
- Ensure spares, tools, and ground support equipment are maintained, calibrated, and ready for use.
Safety and Airworthiness
- Oversee implementation and maintenance of the Flight Operations Safety Management System (SMS).
- Ensure all Skyryse aircraft (experimental and production) remain in an airworthy configuration.
- Lead site-level safety briefings, risk assessments, and incident response protocols.
- Partner with Engineering to identify, document, and resolve technical or safety-related issues.
Flight Operations Support
- Coordinate with test pilots and Flight Test Engineering to ensure aircraft and crews are prepared for each test or demonstration flight.
- Support execution of customer, investor, and internal demonstration flights in partnership with the Sales and Flight Test teams.
- Ensure all flight activities adhere to company procedures, insurance requirements, and FAA regulations.
- Track fleet utilization and readiness metrics; report aircraft status and maintenance forecasts to leadership.
Facilities and Site Operations
- Drive daily operations and maintenance of the Camarillo flight operations facilities.
- Ensure the site meets all safety, security, and environmental compliance requirements.
- Foster a professional, safety-first culture consistent with Skyryse leadership values.
- Manage site support staff, contractors, and vendors to maintain readiness and appearance standards.
Communication and Leadership
- Serve as primary liaison between the Camarillo site and El Segundo leadership.
- Provide regular updates on aircraft readiness, flight operations status, and site conditions.
- Promote a collaborative culture across Maintenance, Engineering, and Flight Test teams.
- Lead by example in upholding safety, quality, and operational excellence.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years of experience in aviation operations, maintenance leadership, or flight test support environments.
- Strong technical understanding of aircraft systems, flight instrumentation, and airworthiness compliance.
- Proven experience managing maintenance or flight operations teams in experimental or certification environments.
- Knowledge of FAA regulations, SMS, and aviation safety best practices.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and cross-functional coordination skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- A&P License or FAA maintenance certification.
- Experience supporting STC or production certification programs.
- Background in aerospace startups or emerging aviation technologies.
- Familiarity with GNC systems, test instrumentation, or autonomous aircraft platforms.
WHY SKYRYSE?
- The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility
- Salary: $165K - $210K
- Valuable stock option plan
- Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
- Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually. PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.
- A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!
The posted salary range reflects the potential base pay for this role, adjusted to account for varying geographic markets. Final compensation will be based on factors such as your location, job-related skills, experience, and internal alignment, including equity and benefits.
WE WELCOME ALL
Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.
