Project Manager

About SYOS Aerospace

SYOS Aerospace is a pioneering New Zealand-born company innovating across air, land, and sea technologies. Specializing in advanced autonomous aircraft and next-generation robotic systems, SYOS designs, builds, and tests uncrewed platforms that solve complex real-world challenges. The company fosters a fast-paced, collaborative environment where ideas are rapidly transformed into impactful products with global reach.

Role Overview

We seek a dynamic Project Manager to drive the successful delivery of groundbreaking robotics and aerospace projects. This position entails leading multidisciplinary teams—including engineers, technicians, and subject matter specialists—from initial concept stages through prototype creation, testing, certification, and deployment. You will act as the essential bridge connecting technical personnel, organizational stakeholders, customers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies, ensuring clear communication, structured progress, and resolution of challenges inherent to innovative environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct comprehensive planning and execution of intricate engineering and R&D projects spanning from concepts to prototypes and testing phases.
• Facilitate coordination among diverse teams in engineering, manufacturing, and technical domains to guarantee project success.
• Manage schedules, budgets, resources, risk exposures, and dependencies throughout project lifecycles.
• Serve as the principal point of contact between internal teams, external customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Provide support for prototype construction, testing regimens, and certification processes, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and compliance standards.
• Implement robust project reporting, governance protocols, and documentation practices from initiation through completion.
• Proactively identify potential risks, eliminate bottlenecks, and resolve obstacles to maintain project momentum.
• Participate in ongoing process improvements to refine planning, delivery, and scalability of projects within SYOS.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a highly organised and proactive Project Manager who thrives in technology-driven settings and enjoys partnering closely with experts to achieve innovative results. They balance strategic oversight with meticulous attention to detail, establish trust among stakeholders, and maintain momentum amid shifting priorities.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated project management experience in engineering, technology, manufacturing, aerospace, robotics, defence, or related technical fields.
• Proven success managing complex projects through all stages from conception to deployment, testing, or implementation.
• Strong familiarity with project delivery frameworks and product development lifecycles.
• Exceptional planning capabilities, communication skills, and stakeholder engagement expertise.
• Experience overseeing budgets, timelines, risks, and prioritization of competing demands.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams and comprehend multifaceted engineering concepts.
• Proficiency with project management platforms such as Jira, MS Project, Asana, Monday.com, or equivalents.
• Solution-oriented approach, sound judgement, and professional conduct.

Desirable Skills

• An academic degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Robotics, or a related discipline.
• Previous exposure to aerospace, defence, autonomous systems, or research and development environments.
• Certification in project management methodologies such as PMP or PRINCE2.
• Familiarity with certification, regulatory, or safety compliance frameworks.

Why Join SYOS?

• Contribute to meaningful projects with tangible real-world impacts.
• Engage with cutting-edge robotics, aerospace, and autonomous technology advancements.
• Collaborate with a high-caliber team of engineers and innovators.
• Exercise significant ownership, autonomy, and influence over your work.
• Opportunity to help shape product direction and company growth as SYOS expands globally.