Shield AI
Program Manager (R4930)
$110K–$160K
Dallas, Texas +1 · On-site · Manager · Full-time · Posted Jun 15, 2026
- Location
- Dallas, Texas
Washington, D.C. - Experience
- 5+ years of program management experience for Department of Defense programs.
- Education
- Undergraduate degree in engineering, business, or operations management (preferred).
About the job
Leads execution and operational maturity for global company-operated unmanned aircraft deployments supporting contracted ISR missions.
What you'll do
- Manage customer relationships and serve as the program’s key point of contact.
- Track and report budgets, resources, and project metrics; conduct critical-path analyses and mitigate schedule risks.
- Coordinate stakeholders, resources, and operational processes to deliver program objectives.
What they ask for
- 5+ years of program management experience for Department of Defense programs.
- Experience with scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Smartsheet.
- Expert understanding of complex project financials.
- Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.
Nice to have
- Experience supporting unmanned aerial systems, aviation operations, ISR, or defense technology programs.
- PMP certification or equivalent program management training.
Pay
USD 110,000–160,000 per year base salary
Tools
Microsoft Project, Smartsheet
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