Senior Technical Program Manager (R3761)

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 
Job Description:
Shield AI is seeking a Technical Program Analyst in Washington, D.C. to work closely with the Technical Program Management team to support excellence in execution of program objectives. 

What you'll do:

• Ensure positive program outcomes through a deep understanding of software development lifecycles, systems integration, flight testing, and technical project management fundamentals 
• Support effective execution of program requirements and internal management processes & systems  
• Collaborate closely with engineering and software development teams to translate technical requirements into executable program plans 
• Apply systems engineering principles to ensure technical feasibility, integration, and alignment with program objectives 
• Support and help manage baseline & updates to program costs and schedules using Shield AI-selected tools  
• Assist with preparation, tracking, and on-time submission of Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) items in accordance with contract requirements and delivery schedules.  
• Conduct analysis and reporting of monthly planned vs actuals  
• Serve as primary program representative to work with Finance/Accounting to ensure the accuracy of data and reporting for all above tasks  
• Support the generation of cost estimates for program modifications/options/etc 
• Evaluate staffing needs against resource availability projections  
• Identify and assess program, project and organizational risks  
• Prepare briefings, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, including senior executive leadership.  
• Coordinate with finance, contracts, engineering, security and logistics teams to ensure cohesive program execution.  

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (e.g., Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics) required 
• Requires a minimum of 3-5 years of related professional experience in a technically oriented program or systems engineering environment  
• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance   
• Ability to interface effectively with cross-functional engineering teams and translate technical concepts into actionable program deliverables 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills  
• Experience working on a DoD Program of Record (PoR)  
• Understanding of DoD acquisition cycle  
• Understanding of CDRLs and related DIDS, FARs, etc.   
• Understanding of DoD program financials  
• Exceptional interpersonal skills (verbal and written)and ability to lead by influence and collaboration 
• Experience in project and program management and ability to run projects  
• Superb skills in leadership, time management, organization, team management 
• Significant experience and excellent skills with Microsoft Office Suite and experience with scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Smartsheet. 
• Demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others  

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working in an engineering, systems development, or R&D environment strongly preferred 
• Active Secret clearance or higher  
• Experience with Earned Value and managing Gate Reviews, Estimates at Completion (EACs) and Program Management Reviews (PMRs) 
• Power Automate for workflow automation across Microsoft applications  

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Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and pos