Program Manager, DFR - New Jersey

The role

You will lead implementation and delivery for Law Enforcement customers as a liaison with the New Jersey Department of Corrections. You will manage project planning, technical execution, risk management, budget, and scheduling.

What you will do

• Plan and design end-to-end project deployment and integration activities.
• Manage production and implementation programs against cost, schedule and technical requirements.
• Translate customer requirements to agile product and technical teams.
• Establish relationships with the Law Enforcement customer.
• Build and drive plans with engineering teams to meet milestones.
• Inform business and program leaders regarding contract management risks and opportunities.
• Provide general support of go-to-market and business activities.

Required qualifications

• Experience as a customer-facing professional services / program manager, or in a similar high-tier complex and multifaceted role.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proven track record of implementing new technology, agile development and interfacing with technical teams.
• Experience in implementing effective internal business systems, processes and controls for management of large scale customer projects in the Law Enforcement field.
• Experience with Law Enforcement and commercial Unmanned Aircraft Systems and related software development.
• Law Enforcement/Federal Program Management experience, to include: Technology Assessments, Systems Design, Systems Analysis, Programmatic Support, Acquisition Planning, and Budget Planning.
• Analytical thinker and problem solver.
• Deep experience working within the U.S. Law Enforcement or military.
• Experience engaging with high-level officials through pilots.

Nice to have

• Experience preferably for law enforcement agencies.

Benefits

• Competitive base salaries
• Equity in the form of stock options
• Group health insurance plans
• Paid vacation time
• Sick leave
• Holiday pay
• 401K savings plan
• Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles

Before you apply

• Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged.
• Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

About the company

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight. The team combines expertise in artificial intelligence, hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession.