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Aircraft Program Manager, V-BAT Programs (R3147)

Shield AI
Shield AI Salary
Dallas, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/4/2025

About Shield AI

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its flagship autonomy software, Hivemind, powers aircraft, drones, and other platforms, enabling complex missions with high reliability in contested environments. With offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., and internationally, Shield AI's products actively support U.S. and allied operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn,Twitter, and Instagram.

Job Description :

We are seeking a Program Manager to lead our V-BAT Programs (Domestic and International) 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
  • Report directly to Shield AI's Senior Director of V-BAT Program Management

Required Qualifications :

  • Program Management experience with Direct Commercial Sale or US Department of Defense programs
  • Deep expertise in project and program management
  • Willingness and ability to travel internationally and domestically 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
  • You have a demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience in the field of unmanned aerial vehicles
  • Familiarity with aviation product delivery, maintenance, sustainment, and field support
  • Undergraduate degree in engineering, or business
  • Master's Degree in Business Administration
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • 113,664 - $170,496 a year

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    Total package details for U.S. based positions :

  • Regular employee positions : Salary within range listed above Bonus Benefits Equity
  • Temporary employee positions : Hourly within range listed above temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days
  • of employment)

  • Interns / Military Fellows / Part-time not eligible for bonus, benefits or equity
  • Total package details for International positions which are roles based outside of the United States (where applicable) :

  • International premium, hardship differential, cost of living differential, living quarters allowance, foreign service transfer
  • allowance, equity, international benefits, visa assistance, and relocation assistance.

    Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.

    Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

    Salary : $113,664 - $170,496

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