UL Standards & Engagement

Role Description We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager, Battery Transportation Safety Program at UL Standards & Engagement. This role is open to the following locations: Evanston, IL, Washington DC, RTP, NC or remote within the US. The Senior Manager, Battery Transportation Safety Program is responsible for spearheading global initiatives and leading ongoing safety programs within the transportation sectors to advance the mission of UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE) to make the world safer, more secure, and sustainable. The Senior Program Manager will leverage their expert knowledge to enhance industry practices focused on the safe transportation in aviation of dangerous goods/hazardous materials, particularly lithium-ion batteries and battery-powered devices. The Senior Program Manager will interface with executive-level industry stakeholders, including airlines, safety organizations, government agencies, and researchers, to drive policy, standards, and best practices that address thermal runaway incidents and improve cabin safety. In this capacity, the Program Manager will lead the Thermal Runaway Incident Program (TRIP) – a collaborative effort with the airline industry to understand and prevent thermal runaway incidents in aviation. The role also involves expanding TRIP’s success to other transportation modes, while raising global awareness and advancing UL’s safety standards, research and industry insights. Qualifications - Demonstrated expertise in aviation safety, including cabin safety and transportation of dangerous goods/hazardous materials. - Working knowledge of thermal runaway and battery technology. - Established leader with experience defining and executing strategy. - Strong program management skills, effectively leading end-to-end program planning and execution. - Excellent communicator and presenter with experience influencing diverse stakeholders. - Experience fostering collaboration and partnership with cross-functional teams. - Strategic thinker with ability to innovate and adapt in a dynamic industry landscape. - Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred. - Minimum 9 years of related work experience. - Relevant professional certification a plus. Requirements - Lead aviation transportation safety initiatives identifying opportunities to engage key executive level stakeholders and develop strategic plans with measurable outcomes aligned with organizational goals. - Serve as an industry recognized expert in lithium-ion battery-powered device risks and thermal runaway prevention in aviation. - Use established industry networks and cultivate robust relationships with governmental and non-governmental entities. - Partner with ULSE’s government engagement and partnerships team to define and execute an advocacy strategy. - Actively engage senior level external stakeholders, and represent the organization in industry forums, regulatory discussions, and public events. - Lead public education campaigns to raise awareness about the safe transport and use of lithium-ion battery-powered devices. - Oversee ULSE’s Thermal Runaway Incident Program (TRIP), providing data-driven insights to improve aviation safety protocols. - Organize and lead US and International TRIP Summits. - Lead collaborative efforts with executives throughout the organization to develop strategies and integrate data-driven solutions. - Scope and lead end-to-end project plans, ensure deadlines are met and actively manage milestones and priorities. - Provide oversight and coaching to team members. - Identify opportunities for program expansion and ensure continuous evolution and relevance of safety standards. - Maintain continued awareness of industry trends and external context related to transportation safety. Benefits - All employees at UL Standards & Engagement are eligible for bonus compensation. - Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. - Generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay. - Additional 4% investment into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment. - Flexible working arrangements may be available depending on your role. - Paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days. Company Description UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement are nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing safety science research through the discovery and application of scientific knowledge. We conduct rigorous independent research and analyze safety data, convene experts worldwide to address risks, share knowledge through safety education and public outreach initiatives, and develop standards to guide safe commercialization of evolving technologies. To learn more, visit our websites UL.org and ULSE.org . Salary Range: $131,186.31-$180,381.17 Pay type: Salary