Director Operations
Skyryse
About this role
The Director of Operations will lead Skyryse's manufacturing operations and supply chain efforts to ensure efficient production, high quality, and regulatory compliance. This role is responsible for driving continuous improvement, overseeing repair station activities, and aligning production with company and customer objectives. The position is full-time and based onsite in El Segundo, CA, and includes leadership of manufacturing, procurement, and supplier strategies.
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About Skyryse
skyryse.comSkyryse develops advanced flight automation centered on SkyOS, a fully digitized aircraft operating system that enhances safety and enables optionally‑piloted capabilities. Their software fuses sensors, avionics, flight controls and pilot interfaces to simplify complex maneuvers, reduce pilot workload, and enable safer operations. Skyryse partners with OEMs, operators and regulators to retrofit aircraft and provide training, certification support and operational services. They target commercial and public‑safety use cases where automation can improve safety, accessibility and operational efficiency.
Recent company news
Corporate Jet InvestorSkyryse introducing first-ever autoland capability for helicopters and aircraft
6 days ago
AVwebSkyryse Plans ‘Universal’ Autoland for Helicopters, Airplanes
6 days ago
TechCrunchSkyryse lands another $300M to make flying, even helicopters, simple and safe
1 month ago
FLYING MagazineSkyryse Announces Emergency Autoland for Any Plane—Or Helicopter
1 week ago
The Manila TimesSkyryse Announces Universal, Emergency Autoland Capability Coming to SkyOS™, Bringing Automated Safe Landings to Both Helicopters and Airplanes
3 days ago
About Skyryse
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$220k – $300k
per year