Senior Program Manager (R5370)

United States Digital Space LLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards package

Job summary

shield.ai is seeking a Senior Program Manager to ensure the quality of Hivemind Enterprise, a software development kit for unmanned systems and mission applications. You will lead with sponsors, product managers, designers and a cross-functional engineering team to deliver on-time, on-quality software releases.

This Technical Program Manager role requires planning and managing complex test automation projects and flight test operations, with a proven ability to drive results in dynamic

Qualifications

• Degree with 8-10 years of experience delivering programs.
• Ability to drive results and improve efficiency in projects.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive the planning, execution, and delivery of complex programs.
• Collaborate with engineering, product management, and customer engagement to define scope and deliverables.
• Develop detailed project plans with timelines, milestones, and resources.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate stakeholder communications and maintain project status updates.
• Foster innovation and excellence within the program management team.

Skills

Project management

Jira experience

Leadership

Communication

Cost-benefit analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Founded in 2015, the company 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, the company’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow the company on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and

As Senior Program Manager you will be responsible for ensuring the quality of Hivemind Enterprise, a software development kit that enables both the company and third parties to create a new generation of unmanned systems and mission applications that deliver transformative capabilities for the U.S. and its allies. You will work with sponsors, product managers, designers and a talented cross-functional engineering team to lead on-time, on-quality software releases. This Technical Program Manager role requires a versatile individual who can plan and manage complex software test automation projects and flight test operations.

What you'll do:

Drive the planning, execution, and delivery of complex programsCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, and customer engagement, to define test scope, objectives, and deliverablesDevelop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, ensuring adherence to budget and scheduleMonitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project completionFacilitate regular communication with stakeholders, providing updates on project status, challenges, and accomplishmentsDrive continuous improvement in project management processes, tools, methodologies and establishing a robust PMOFoster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the program management teamReinforce the company's reputation for technical excellence and ability to deliver through expert engagement and disciplined execution

Required qualifications:

• Degree with 8 - 10 years of experience in delivering programs
• You have a track record of driving results, not just providing status
• You have the ability to recognize efficiency and inefficiency in projects and prioritize remedies based on accurate cost-benefit analysis
• You are an exceptional, fundamentals-driven problem solver and communicator
• You have a demonstrated record of setting and achieving goals in dynamic environments, working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Power user of Jira or work management tools#LI-LD2#LE
• Our international teammates receive a comprehensive total rewards package aligned to your country office location. For full details on compensation and benefits, please consult your talent acquisition partner.