Shield AI
Defense
SeniorProgramManager
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“Senior Program Manager at Shield AI. Skills: Program management, AI/ML, Robotics. Manage and execute programs. Drive program strategy and roadmap”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver programs on time; Deliver programs within budget; Achieve program goals
Industry & Context.
Problem resolution; Strategic problem solving
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years of experience in program management, Experience in managing complex, cross-functional projects, Experience with software development lifecycle
Nice to Have
Experience in AI/ML or robotics, Experience in hardware development, Master's degree or PhD
What You'll Do.
Manage and execute programs
Drive program strategy and roadmap
Coordinate cross-functional teams
Identify and mitigate risks
Manage program budgets
Communicate program status
Ensure successful program delivery
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Engineering teams; Product teams; Operations teams
Communication Scope
Executive communication; Technical communication
Process & Methodology
Agile methodologies, Waterfall methodologies, Program planning, Resource allocation, Schedule management
Full Job Description
## Description Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description: The Senior Program Manager will lead the execution and growth of Navy Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) programs. This role serves as the primary interface between US Navy stakeholders, business development, engineering, operations, and executive leadership to identify opportunities, shape task orders, and successfully deliver mission-critical capabilities to operational customers. The candidate will possess deep US Navy experience, understand how requirements transition into funded task orders, and will have a proven track record of success leading complex defense programs from opportunity identification through execution. This individual will ensure exceptional customer satisfaction and operational outcomes for Shield AI customers. ## What you'll do Deliver proven, exceptional, and reliable performance in support of Navy missions through flawless program management and leadership Effectively collaborate and lead relevant stakeholders to successfully deliver programs early, under budget, and with exceptional technical performance Develop and maintain trusted relationships with Navy operational, acquisition, and technical stakeholders. Serve as the primary customer-facing lead for assigned programs Complete critical path analyses including the evaluation of potential means to accelerate the pace or mitigate identified risks Translate evolving customer requirements into executable plans across engineering, operations, logistics, and susta
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