UAS Program Manager: Innovate, Test & Deliver

Machina Cognita Technologies; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safe Harbor 401(k)

Health and dental insurance

Flexible work hours

PTO / Paid time off

Professional development reimbursement

Voice in projects

Job summary

Machina Cognita Technologies in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Program Manager – Unmanned Air Systems to lead cross-functional teams, manage end-to-end UAS Test and Evaluation programs, and translate client needs into innovative defense solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher, 5+ years of program management experience, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset with a focus on delivering results onsite in Lafayette.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• 5+ years of program management experience.
• Experience developing a new product through ideation, design, testing, and release.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional UAS Test and Evaluation programs
• Oversee the development and execution of Test and Evaluation systems across a range of complex environments and systems
• Develop program plans, schedules, budgets, and quality goals
• Identify and mitigate technical, schedule, and contractual risks
• Contribute to system architecture and technical design discussions
• Run pilot implementations, troubleshoot issues, and drive resolution
• Collaborate with engineers to translate client needs into innovative solutions
• Travel to client destinations to facilitate Test and Evaluation events and provide ongoing support and optimization

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Program management

UAS knowledge

Problem solving

Military experience

Education

Bachelor's degree+

Job description

Machina Cognita Technologies in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Program Manager – Unmanned Air Systems to lead cross-functional teams, manage end-to-end UAS Test and Evaluation programs, and translate client needs into innovative defense solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher, 5+ years of program management experience, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset with a focus on delivering results onsite in Lafayette.