Program Manager, FMS (R6161)

Shield AI; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI seeks a Program Manager to lead Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs delivering advanced unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems to U.S. international partners. You will bridge U.S.

Government stakeholders, international customers, engineering, logistics, sustainment, contracting, finance, and operations to ensure delivery and sustained performance. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous settings and can drive disciplined execution across complex government and international

Job description

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, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. 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:

Seeking a Program Manager to lead execution of Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs delivering advanced unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems and capabilities to U.S. international partners. This role serves as the critical link between U.S. Government stakeholders, international customers, engineering, logistics, sustainment, contracting, finance, and operations to ensure successful delivery and long-term program performance. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and can drive disciplined execution across complex government and international stakeholder organizations while maintaining strong customer relationships and rigorous management of cost, schedule, and technical performance.