Senior Technical Program Manager, Launched Effects
Core
Lead end-to-end technical delivery of complex hardware and software development programs for aerial small drones and robotics systems from concept to mass production.
Role type
Senior Technical Program Manager (Hardware/Software Systems)
Builds
Aerial small drones (Group 1-3), robotics platforms, and associated test/deployment equipment.
Domain
Defense technology, autonomous systems, robotics, hardware/software integration.
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Technical program management, hardware/software/firmware system integration, cross-functional team leadership, supply chain management, risk management, system requirements engineering, stakeholder management, agile/iterative development.
Preferred skills
Experience with autonomy and AI capabilities (drones, UAVs, robotics), MBA or M.S. in Engineering.
Technologies
JIRA, Confluence, Smartsheet
Responsibilities
Own development and deployment of technologies from concept to mass production; lead cross-functional engineering teams through the product lifecycle; serve as bridge between Program Managers, General Manager, Chief Engineer, and functional engineering teams; organize and manage comprehensive system requirements; drive program execution adapting plans to embrace agile methodologies; engage with external stakeholders including suppliers and government customers; partner with supply chain functions to optimize material flow; develop lightweight processes for program planning and risk management; proactively identify and mitigate technical and program risks.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
