Principal Technical Program Manager

Job overview

The Principal Technical Program Manager role is remote-first and based in the New York metropolitan area, with regular in-person engagement with New York City agencies, partners, and stakeholders. Compensation is not specified. Airspace Link develops aviation technology and digital infrastructure supporting safe drone operations; it is headquartered in Detroit. The program manager leads execution of a citywide drone operations management initiative, coordinating software delivery, technical integrations, sensor infrastructure, stakeholders, and operational readiness. The role helps ensure the program meets its delivery, safety, performance, and long-term operating goals.

What you'll do

• Lead end-to-end program execution across scope, timelines, deliverables, risks, and stakeholder expectations
• serve as primary relationship lead for city agencies and partners
• coordinate technical integrations across software, operational systems, sensor infrastructure, and external technology partners
• work with technical teams on performance, safety, and scalability
• monitor FAA regulations and urban drone operating standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

principal technical program manager

technical program management

aviation technology

drone operations

urban air mobility

systems integration

public-sector partnerships

remote-first

new york metropolitan area

airspace link

citywide deployment

faa regulations

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Remote-first role based in the New York metropolitan area, with regular in-person engagement for a high-profile public-private urban drone initiative.

About the employer

Airspace Link, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Custom Computer Programming Services. Sector: 54.