Program Manager, VBAT Programs (R4566)

Shield AI•Dallas, TX

1d•$110,000 - $165,000

About The Position

We are seeking a Program Manager to lead a Direct Commercial Sale (DCS) program for international customers which will deliver transformative unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems. What you'll do: Deliver proven, exceptional, and reliable performance in support of customer/end-user’s mission through flawless program management. Effectively collaborate, motivate, and lead relevant stakeholders to successfully deliver early, under budget, and with exceptional technical performance. Manage customer relationships and act as the key point of contact for the program Astutely balance and rebalance shifting customer priories related to cost, schedule, and technical parameters of programs. Provide hands-on management of all aspects of the program Drive the accurate and timely tracking and reporting of budget, resource, and project management standard metrics Complete critical path analyses including the evaluation of potential means to accelerate the pace or mitigate identified risks Identify potential bottlenecks or delays in programs and drive efforts to ensure projects stay on schedule Partner with leadership to guide prioritization of projects and utilization of resources Establish and lead a consistent cadence of well-organized, well-facilitated, and effective meetings, including driving all preparation and follow up activities Support an environment where accountability and program execution excellence are core Report directly to Shield AI’s Director of DCS Programs

Requirements

Aerospace and Defense Program Management experience with either Department of Defense or Direct Commercial Sale programs
Deep expertise in project and program management
Willingness and ability to travel internationally as needed
Ability to focus on long-term business objectives
Ability to run advanced projects/programs consisting of multiple interrelated projects, in a manner that is largely self-directed
Experience with scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Smartsheet.
Significant experience and excellent skills with Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent skills in leadership, time management, organization, team management
Excellent interpersonal skills and verbal and written ability
Expert understanding of complex project financials
A demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others

Nice To Haves

Experience in the field of unmanned aerial vehicles
Familiarity with aviation product delivery, training, maintenance, sustainment, and field support
Undergraduate degree in engineering or business
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Responsibilities

Deliver proven, exceptional, and reliable performance in support of customer/end-user’s mission through flawless program management.
Effectively collaborate, motivate, and lead relevant stakeholders to successfully deliver early, under budget, and with exceptional technical performance.
Manage customer relationships and act as the key point of contact for the program
Astutely balance and rebalance shifting customer priories related to cost, schedule, and technical parameters of programs.
Provide hands-on management of all aspects of the program
Drive the accurate and timely tracking and reporting of budget, resource, and project management standard metrics
Complete critical path analyses including the evaluation of potential means to accelerate the pace or mitigate identified risks
Identify potential bottlenecks or delays in programs and drive efforts to ensure projects stay on schedule
Partner with leadership to guide prioritization of projects and utilization of resources
Establish and lead a consistent cadence of well-organized, well-facilitated, and effective meetings, including driving all preparation and follow up activities
Support an environment where accountability and program execution excellence are core
Report directly to Shield AI’s Director of DCS Programs