Mission Lead - Autonomous Systems & Pilot Programs

NODA AI; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible time off

Generous health, dental, and vision benefits

Free OneMedical membership

Job summary

A tech-driven company in Austin is seeking a Mission Lead to manage pre-sales projects and pilot programs that showcase their technology. This role requires project management expertise and technical acumen to coordinate customer-facing demonstrations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, over 3 years of experience in project management, and strong communication skills. The position offers a hybrid work environment and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience, preferably in technology or defense sectors.
• Experience working with technical teams and translating customer requirements into actionable project plans.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within scope.
• U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day execution of projects, demonstrations, and customer integrations from initiation through delivery.
• Assist in the scoping of pilot programs for novel technologies.
• Coordinate across teams including sales, engineers, and designers.
• Serve as primary liaison between customer teams and internal development.
• Gather and synthesize customer feedback from demonstrations and pilots.
• Support business development activities with technical expertise.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables.

Skills

Strong project management

Organizational capabilities

Technical aptitude

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

A tech-driven company in Austin is seeking a Mission Lead to manage pre-sales projects and pilot programs that showcase their technology. This role requires project management expertise and technical acumen to coordinate customer-facing demonstrations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, over 3 years of experience in project management, and strong communication skills. The position offers a hybrid work environment and opportunities for career growth.