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Michigan Central · 22 hours ago

AAIR Strategic Program Manager

2050 15th Street

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Michigan Central is a technology and cultural hub located in Detroit, focused on mobility innovation. The AAIR Strategic Program Manager will lead the development of the Advanced Aerial Innovation Region, manage partnerships, and facilitate onboarding of member companies within the innovation ecosystem.

Information TechnologyInnovation ManagementTransportation

Responsibilities

Lead evolving AAIR strategy by orchestrating complex partnerships, coordinating and executing on agreed upon initiatives, ensuring alignment with Michigan Central's strategic vision

Establish and maintain strong relationships, delivering joint efforts across internal teams, consultants, public agencies, and industry partners

Track, monitor, and report on the progress of AAIR objectives, key milestones, and performance indicators, providing regular updates to stakeholders

Proactively identify and address barriers impacting AAIR participants and member company success and engagement within the ecosystem

Ensure physical infrastructure elements are delivered and maintained through coordination with internal partners

Contribute significantly to the strategic growth of Michigan Central's overall innovation ecosystem by embracing diverse roles and responsibilities as required within a small, dynamic team

Manage the end-to-end onboarding process for new AAIR participants and member companies, facilitating their smooth integration into the Michigan Central ecosystem

Actively work to enable AAIR participants and member companies, ensuring they can leverage the unique assets of the Mobility Innovation Platform

Qualification

Program ManagementStakeholder ManagementPartnership DevelopmentOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsStrategic ThinkingProblem-SolvingEcosystem DevelopmentMobility InnovationStartup Environment Experience

Required

Bachelor's degree in relevant field, or equivalent work experience

7+ years of progressive professional experience in relevant field

Proven experience in program management, with a track record of successfully orchestrating complex initiatives within an innovation or technology development environment

Exceptional stakeholder management and partnership development skills, with the ability to build consensus and drive collaborative outcomes

Strong organizational skills, with demonstrated ability to track progress, manage multiple objectives, and report effectively

Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging effectively with a diverse range of partners, startups, and internal teams

A high degree of motivation, adaptable, and proactive, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and take on diverse responsibilities

The ability to act as a strategic thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities and a results-oriented approach