Senior Mission Lead: Defense Tech & Government Programs

Vannevarlabs; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Remote friendly with WeWork access

Unlimited PTO

401(k) match

Fully paid parental leave

Lifestyle & wellbeing stipends

Job summary

Vannevarlabs is seeking a Senior Mission Manager to lead the adoption of cutting-edge AI technology in defense applications. You will navigate program environments to engage with government program offices and your expertise will help shape pilots and convert them into funded programs.

Applicants should have significant experience in defense missions, strong technical fluency, and the ability to communicate complex software capabilities effectively. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 15–20+ years of experience in government or defense missions.
• Deep expertise in a specific mission or technical domain.
• Proven ability to sell technical solutions to senior government stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive program-based adoption of Vannevar Labs’ technology.
• Lead engagements with program offices to identify mission problems.
• Navigate programmatic realities including budgets and requirements.

Skills

Government experience

Technical fluency

Stakeholder engagement

Mission credibility

Job description

Vannevarlabs is seeking a Senior Mission Manager to lead the adoption of cutting-edge AI technology in defense applications. You will navigate program environments to engage with government program offices and your expertise will help shape pilots and convert them into funded programs.

Applicants should have significant experience in defense missions, strong technical fluency, and the ability to communicate complex software capabilities effectively. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.