Skydio
Program Manager, DFR - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California, United States · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$145k-$180kDetected 1 day ago
Data AnalysisProject ManagementContract ManagementCustomer SuccessCustomer SupportCommunicationProblem Solving
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Lottery odds (Level IV)94
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About the role
- In this role, you will have to learn technical concepts and employ them quickly.
- Digging into the details to understand program dependencies so that technical and program risks can be managed effectively is a must.
- A successful candidate for this job should have deep experience working within the U.S. Law Enforcement or military and experience engaging with high-level officials through pilots.
Responsibilities
- Your teammates are passionate Customer Success and Technical Support teams, but also with broader teams such as Product, Marketing, Development and Engineering teams.
- Establish relationships with the Law Enforcement customer and be technical to build & drive plans with Skydio's engineering team's to meet milestones.
- Proven track record of implementing new technology, agile development and interfacing with technical teams to deliver on customer schedules.
- Outstanding analytical thinker and problem solver, comfortable working in data analytics and able to resolve complex problems independently. Thinking 'out of the box' and to develop creative solutions
- Understand customer requirements and translate them to Skydio's agile product and technical teams to drive development and delivery execution.
- Law Enforcement/Federal Program Management experience, to include: Technology Assessments, Systems Design, Systems Analysis, Programmatic Support, Acquisition Planning, and Budget Planning.
- At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation.
- We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems.
Requirements
- You will work in a high-activity/fast-paced environment, with the ability to handle ambiguity, and multiple tasks or projects at once.
- General support of go-to-market & business activities as required.
- Experience with Law Enforcement and commercial Unmanned Aircraft Systems and related software development.
- Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all Skydio employees and required for certain positions.
Skills
- Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience.
Compensation
- At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages.
- Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience.
- The annual base salary range for this position is $145,000 - $180,000*.
- Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan.
- Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position's location.
Benefits
- Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan.
- This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company's policies and eligibility criteria.
- Compensation: At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages.
- Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success.
- Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's group health insurance plans.
Company info
- Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility.
- The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors https://www.skydio.com/solutions/energy-and-utilities to first responders https://www.skydio.com/solutions/public-safety, soldiers in battlefield scenarios https://www.skydio.com/solutions/national-security/tactical-isr, and beyond https://www.skydio.com/solutions.
- In addition to your core role, you will also be suited to providing input into a wide range of technical activities within the company.
- Skydio is looking for a driven customer facing Program Manager with a deep sense of ownership to lead and drive all aspects of implementation and delivery for our Law Enforcement Customers.
- We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture.
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