Senior Deployment Program Manager (Robotics)

Collaborative Robots; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Collaborative Robotics is seeking a Deployment Program Manager to lead robotics projects from concept to real-world deployment in diverse environments across the United States.

You will collaborate with engineers, operations, and customers to define scope, plan milestones, allocate resources, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project or program management experience.
• End-to-end accountability for 1–3 concurrent projects.
• Experience deploying robotics, automation in warehouses/manufacturing/healthcare.
• Travel 30–60% for customer visits and onsite work.
• US work authorization required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee onsite testing and preparation of robot fleet.
• Coordinate across cross-functional teams to define scope, milestones, and deliverables.
• Lead project planning, resource allocation, and scheduling to ensure timely deployment.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with external customers to understand requirements and provide solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement with lessons learned and process changes.

Skills

Robotics deployments

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Systems integration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related fields

Master’s in Engineering or Business Administration

Job description

• Are you a dynamic Deployment Program Manager with a zest for steering groundbreaking robotics projects from conception to real-world application? We’re looking for someone who embodies a blend of passion for innovation and expertise in managing the nuanced challenges of deploying robotics solutions
• In this role, your day-to-day will involve seamless collaboration with engineers, operations teams, and customers to bring sophisticated robotic technologies to life. Your ability to navigate through complex project landscapes, champion problem-solving, and juggle various priorities in a fast-paced environment will be invaluable
• Clear and impactful communication is your forte, enabling you to share ideas, progress, and solutions effectively across all levels of the organization. If you have a track record of successful program management in the robotics field and thrive in crafting strategies that push technological boundaries, we’re excited to connect with you
• Collaborative Robotics is a team of innovators and builders redefining the future of human-robot interaction. We are working to realize a world where robots are a trusted extension of your surroundings. They work, adapt, and react around you. Not the other way around
• Oversee onsite testing and preparation of robot fleet
• Coordinate across cross-functional teams (engineering, solutions, operations, and customer sales) to define project scope, milestones, and deliverables
• Lead project planning, resource allocation, and scheduling to ensure timely and efficient deployment
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to address potential challenges
• Collaborate with external customers to understand their specific requirements, provide technical expertise, and offer solutions that meet their operational needs
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout conducting internal lessons learned and documenting proposed process changes

Experience leading deployments of robotics, automation or other innovative technologies in warehouses, manufacturing, or healthcare sectors5+ years of professional experience in project or program management; maintain end-to-end accountability for a portfolio of 1-3 concurrent projects, leading each project through the full lifecycle - from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring and controlling and closeout while ensuring delivery against scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, resource and stakeholder objectivesSkilled in creating detailed operational workflows, training materials, and documentationStrong understanding of robotic systems, automation, hardware/software integration, and related deployment methodologiesWillingness to travel (30-60%) for customer visits and onsite implementation activitiesAnalytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and repeatable processesBachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial), Business, or other related fieldsProven experience building strong customer relationships built on trust and reliabilityMust have and maintain US work authorizationHighly motivated, thriving in fast-paced and collaborative environmentsExcellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex concepts and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and customersExperience working with early technology in a startup environmentMaster’s in Engineering, Business Administration, or other related fieldSuccessfully introduced multiple robotic systems into pathways through productionExperience with systems integration and architecturePrior experience in managing concurrent pilot programsInnovative problem-solving skills, with experience in streamlining deployment processes