Program Manager, DRF

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Jersey.

📋 Description

• Oversee and spearhead all facets of implementation and delivery for Law Enforcement clients.

• Act as Skydio's primary contact for Law Enforcement customers, particularly with the New Jersey Department of Corrections.

• Handle project planning, technical execution, risk assessment, problem resolution, budgeting, performance enhancement, and scheduling.

• Acquire and swiftly apply technical knowledge.

• Evaluate program dependencies and manage both technical and programmatic risks.

• Utilize technical expertise and program management abilities to achieve optimal outcomes for customers.

• Contribute to technical initiatives across the organization.

• Organize and architect comprehensive project deployment and integration activities.

• Oversee production and implementation initiatives in accordance with cost, schedule, and technical specifications.

• Interpret customer needs to agile product and technical teams.

• Develop and execute plans with Skydio's engineering team to reach key milestones.

• Inform the company and customer business leaders about risks and opportunities related to contract management.

• Assist with go-to-market strategies and business activities as needed.

• Work collaboratively with teams in Customer Success, Technical Support, Product, Marketing, Development, and Engineering.

⛳️ Requirements

• Residency in New Jersey is a strict requirement.

• Background as a customer-facing professional services/program manager, or in a similar high-level complex role, ideally within law enforcement agencies.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including interactions with senior leadership.

• Strong emphasis on project management tools and methodologies.

• Demonstrated success in implementing new technologies and agile development practices.

• Experience collaborating with technical teams to meet customer timelines.

• Proven experience in establishing internal business systems, processes, and controls for large-scale projects in the Law Enforcement sector.

• Familiarity with Law Enforcement and commercial Unmanned Aircraft Systems, along with associated software development.

• Experience in Law Enforcement/Federal Program Management, encompassing Technology Assessments, Systems Design, Systems Analysis, Programmatic Support, Acquisition Planning, and Budget Planning.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently in data analytics and tackle complex challenges.

• Possession of FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days is highly encouraged and mandatory for specific roles.

• For positions in the U.S., employment eligibility will be confirmed through E-Verify.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equity provided in the form of stock options.

• Comprehensive benefits package available.

• Relocation assistance may be offered for eligible positions.

• Group health insurance options.

• Paid vacation days.

• Sick leave benefits.

• Holiday compensation.

• 401K savings plan.