Program Manager, Unmanned Aircraft System Deployments

Job overview

Program Manager, Unmanned Aircraft System Deployments is listed in Dallas, TX, with an onsite arrangement; compensation is $110,000–$160,000 per year. Shield AI develops intelligent systems intended to protect service members and civilians, and this role supports global unmanned aircraft deployments for contracted intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions. The manager coordinates flight operations, logistics, sustainment, subcontractors, finance, and customer stakeholders to deliver and maintain operational capabilities. The role drives program execution, tracks cost and schedule, manages risks, and builds processes that support mission delivery and organizational growth.

What you'll do

• Lead program execution and customer relationships
• coordinate stakeholders
• track budgets, resources, and project metrics
• conduct critical-path analysis
• identify and address schedule risks
• support project prioritization and resource use
• lead effective program meetings and follow-up.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

program manager

unmanned aircraft systems

isr missions

defense technology

dallas tx

shield ai

program execution

customer relationships

budget tracking

schedule management

travel required

secret clearance eligibility

$110k–$160k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• For full-time regular employees: bonus, benefits, and equity.
• Temporary employee benefits package may apply after 60 days.

Why this role

The posting describes a full-time regular employee package with bonus, benefits, and equity; temporary employee benefits may apply after 60 days. Travel domestically and internationally as needed is required.

About the employer

Shield AI is hiring for this role. Industry: Space Research and Technology. Sector: 92.