Senior Program Manager (R4932)

Overview In this role you lead Navy ISR programs for Shield AI, shaping opportunities and delivering mission-critical capabilities to operators. You act as the primary liaison among Navy stakeholders, BD, engineering, operations, and leadership to ensure value, on-time delivery, and customer satisfaction. You’ll drive multi-project execution, manage risks, and help grow Shield AI’s Navy portfolio. This is a high-impact, cross-functional leadership position at the intersection of defense technology and program execution. Compensation / BenefitsBonusBenefitsEquityTravel opportunities (domestic and international)Competitive salary within range $140,000 - $210,000Possibility of temporary benefits after 60 days ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end program execution across multiple concurrent Navy ISR task ordersCollaborate with stakeholders to deliver programs on schedule, under budget, with strong technical performanceMaintain trusted relationships with Navy operational, acquisition, and technical stakeholders as primary customer-facing leadPerform critical path analyses to accelerate timelines and mitigate risksTranslate evolving customer requirements into executable plans across engineering, operations, logistics, and sustainmentBalance shifting customer priorities across cost, schedule, and technical parametersLead staffing plans, risk assessments, and program activitiesMaintain accurate schedules, forecasts, staffing plans, and risk registersTrack budget, resources, contract performance, and PM metrics with timely reportingFacilitate organized, productive meetings with preparation and follow-upSupport growth of Shield AI’s Navy portfolio and future awardsPromote accountability and program execution excellence Key requirements8+ years of DoD program management experienceProven success leading complex, multi-project programsDirect Navy operational/acquisition/ISR/aviation/maritime/INT experienceExperience managing customer-facing defense programs with cost/schedule/performance responsibilitiesLeading cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, logistics, and business functionsExperience shaping or executing government contracts and task ordersStrong business and financial acumen with complex program financialsExcellent leadership, communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentExperience with scheduling tools such as MS Project or SmartsheetWillingness to travel domestically and internationallyAlignment with Shield AI values (accountability, trust, collaboration, servant leadership)Active Secret Security Clearancestrong communication and stakeholder managementleadership and adaptabilitycollaboration across cross-functional teamsMS Project or Smartsheet proficiencyrisk management and schedulingbudgeting and financial tracking