Ottoaviation·2 months ago
About Otto Aerospace
OTTO is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through the innovative use of advanced super-laminar aerodynamics and high-precision, net-shaped composites. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate a dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Otto Aerospace is designing world-class aircraft from first-principles physics and delivering ground-breaking aircraft and economic performance.
About the Role
As the Manager, Supply Chain – Logistics, you will be responsible for establishing and leading all logistics operations supporting a clean-sheet aircraft development program—from prototype and flight test through to production ramp-up. This is a unique opportunity to architect the company’s logistics and material flow strategy from the ground up, encompassing transportation, warehousing, inventory control, and global trade compliance. You will lead a small, high-performing team and develop the processes, systems, and partnerships needed to ensure the efficient and compliant movement of materials worldwide. This role is ideal for a hands-on, strategic leader who excels in building scalable logistics frameworks in dynamic, startup environments.
About the Department
The Supply Chain organization is at the heart of the company’s industrial strategy, enabling the transition from innovative design to production reality. The department’s mission is to establish a world-class supply base and integrated value chain supporting the full lifecycle of the aircraft program—from concept and prototype through certification and full-rate production. Within this organization, the Logistics team ensures the seamless flow of materials and information across the global supply chain, connecting suppliers, manufacturing, and test operations. The team focuses on end-to-end logistics execution, including transportation, trade compliance, warehousing, and material control. Collaboration, precision, and continuous improvement define how the team operates—working closely with Planning, Production, and Quality to ensure material availability, compliance, and cost efficiency.
What You'll Do
Who You Are
Education
Experience
Required Skills
Where You'll Be
**This role is a hybrid position, with on-site work at our current facility at Meacham Airport in Ft Worth, TX. ** Hired employee will relocate to new headquarters in Jacksonville, FL in 1-2 years
Benefits
Otto Aerospace provides a robust benefits package that includes competitive salaries, subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) opportunities, paid short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability and additional term life, with 15 paid days off, 13 paid company holidays, and paid sick leave. Depending on seniority and role, some positions qualify for potential bonuses and stock options.
Otto Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our hiring process. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We believe that a diverse team brings fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and greater success. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
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