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Job description
Soaring Aerospace Inc. (SAI) is an aerospace and defense technology company designing and manufacturing autonomous UAV systems for commercial applications and mission‑critical defense logistics. Operating at the intersection of aerodynamics, propulsion, embedded systems, and autonomy, SAI partners with government agencies, defense organizations, and strategic customers to deploy advanced autonomous aircraft in high‑reliability environments.
The Chief Executive Officer will report directly to the Board of Directors and lead SAI’s strategy, commercialization, growth, and execution. The ideal candidate is a proven executive with strong commercial instincts, sound judgment, high integrity, and the ability to drive revenue, build strategic relationships, attract capital, communicate effectively with board members, and lead a high‑performance organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Corporate Growth
Execute the company’s strategic vision, growth plans, and long‑term objectives in alignment with shareholder interests
Lead commercialization of the company’s UAV platform across commercial, government, public safety, logistics, and defense markets
Identify and pursue new market opportunities, strategic initiatives, partnerships, and business models that increase revenue and enterprise value
Lead corporate planning and ensure the organization is aligned around near‑term milestones and long‑term objectives
Work closely with the Board of Directors to align execution with growth objectives, shareholder interests, and long‑term value creation
Board & Stakeholder Reporting
Report directly to the Board of Directors and maintain clear, consistent communication with board members, Surlamer Investments, company members, and other key stakeholders
Prepare and deliver board presentations, operating reports, financial updates, and strategic recommendations
Provide regular updates on company performance, commercialization progress, capital needs, strategic priorities, risks, and key milestones
Support informed decision‑making by providing timely, accurate, and well‑organized reporting to the Board and company members
Business Development & Revenue Generation
Own and drive the company’s revenue growth strategy, including sales, partnerships, contracts, and market expansion
Build and maintain a robust pipeline of commercial and government opportunities
Lead strategic capture efforts for high‑value opportunities and oversee customer engagement throughout the business development lifecycle
Negotiate and execute strategic partnerships, teaming agreements, channel relationships, and commercial contracts
Represent the company in customer meetings, executive briefings, demonstrations, conferences, and industry events
Organizational Leadership
Foster a culture of accountability, execution, innovation, and operational excellence
Build the organizational structure, processes, and performance metrics needed to support rapid growth
Ensure effective coordination across engineering, operations, manufacturing, finance, and commercial functions
Recruit, retain, and develop top talent across the organization
Corporate Representation
Serve as the public face of the company with customers, investors, government agencies, partners, media, and industry stakeholders
Promote the company’s mission, technology, and market position to strengthen brand awareness and credibility
Support other strategic and operational initiatives as assigned
Qualifications:
Required
10+ years of executive leadership experience as CEO, President, COO, General Manager, or equivalent senior leadership role
Demonstrated success scaling technology‑driven businesses from product development into commercial growth
Proven experience driving revenue growth, customer acquisition, and strategic partnerships
Experience raising institutional capital and managing investor relationships
Strong understanding of financial management, corporate strategy, and operational execution
Exceptional communication, leadership, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills
Preferred
Experience in aerospace, defense, autonomous systems, robotics, aviation, logistics, or advanced technology
Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical field
Technical knowledge of air vehicle systems preferred
Experience selling to government agencies, defense customers, or regulated industries
Experience leading venture‑backed or high‑growth technology companies
Familiarity with government contracting, procurement, and federal funding programs
Track record of leading organizations through significant growth, strategic transactions, or successful exits
Compensation
$300,000 annual base salary
Significant company stock/equity participation
Health and dental insurance
Paid time off and paid holidays
401(K)
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Worksite address
orange, CA, 92613, US
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