UAS Program Manager: Test & Evaluation Leader

Machina Cognita Technologies; Lafayette (IN); Vor Ort; USD 95.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Safe Harbor 401(k) with 4% employer &

Health and dental insurance with 99% –

Flexible work hours + inclusive PTO

Professional development reimbursement

Senior leadership guidance and open-vo

Employee voice in projects and goals

Zusammenfassung

Machina Cognita Technologies in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Program Manager for Unmanned Air Systems to drive end-to-end Test and Evaluation programs. You will partner with defense customers to understand pain points, conceptualize solutions, and lead development across the product life cycle.

The role requires a strong PM background, hands-on software experience, and excellent communication. It is an onsite, full-time opportunity with growth potential in a dynamic R&D environment.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• 5+ years of program management experience.
• Hands-on software development experience.

Aufgaben

• 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.

Kenntnisse

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Software development

Communication skills

Military experience

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering/Physics

Jobbeschreibung

Machina Cognita Technologies in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Program Manager for Unmanned Air Systems to drive end-to-end Test and Evaluation programs. You will partner with defense customers to understand pain points, conceptualize solutions, and lead development across the product life cycle.

The role requires a strong PM background, hands-on software experience, and excellent communication. It is an onsite, full-time opportunity with growth potential in a dynamic R&D environment.