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Shield AI

Robot type
Drone · Defense
Location
DallasTexasUSA
Job type
Product
Posted
May 22, 2026
Salary
$170,000–$260,000 a year
Full-time

Technical Program Manager, Mission Autonomy (R5052)

Job description

We are looking for an exceptional Technical Program Manager to lead the integration of Shield AI’s Hivemind autonomy stack onto next-generation aircraft platforms, guiding programs from concept through production and operational deployment. This role is embedded within the Aircraft division and serves as a critical coordination point between the aircraft engineering and autonomy software teams to deliver mission-ready autonomous systems.

You will drive alignment across hardware and software development activities, ensuring aircraft, autonomy software, and operational teams remain synchronized throughout the full product lifecycle.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical program…

Job requirements

  • Typically requires a minimum of 10 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 9 years and a Master’s degree; or 7 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience.
  • Experience leading complex cross-functional engineering programs from concept through production and operational deployment.
  • Strong technical understanding of software-enabled systems, autonomy, aerospace systems, or complex integrated products.
  • Demonstrated success managing program execution across scope, schedule, budget, risk, and technical performance in fast-paced environments.
  • Experience with Program Management Reviews (PMRs), gate reviews, and estimates.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to lead through influence across distributed teams.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and ability to drive execution with high standards and collaboration.
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