Shield AI

Sr. Program Manager - People Experience (R5452)

Washington, DC · Senior · Part-time

Sponsorship not specified$140k-$212kDetected 8 hours ago

Project ManagementStakeholder ManagementRecruitingHRPerformance ManagementHRISCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

Lead the planning, coordination, execution, and ongoing management of complex PX initiatives and cross-functional programs.
Maintain integrated program plans and operating rhythms, monitoring progress and managing risks and issues.
Identify and implement process improvements during project execution where there are opportunities to increase clarity, speed, or quality.
Design and implement change management strategies that drive successful adoption, sustainability, and leader effectiveness.
Assess organizational impacts and readiness, and develop communication and engagement plans that support awareness and adoption.
Partner with leaders and subject matter experts to facilitate change and minimize disruption.
Build strong, trust-based relationships across PX functions and business teams.
Maintain key artifacts, including action plans, decision logs, and risk registers.
Optimize PX structures, standards, and workflows where there are opportunities to build more scalable, repeatable approaches.
Hands-on experience developing and implementing change management strategies, including stakeholder analysis, communications, training, and reinforcement plans.

Bachelor's degree - preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or equivalent experience.
8+ years of experience leading complex programs, transformation initiatives, or organizational change efforts in an HR, PX, or related environment.
Experience working directly with PX/HR/People teams on initiatives such as performance management, talent development, PX systems, or employee experience programs.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities, with a track record of bringing structure and operating rigor to ambiguous environments.
The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in program and project management, change management, and stakeholder engagement.
You have a proven track record of driving execution in fast-paced, dynamic environments and can effectively translate strategy into action.

Experience in high-growth technology, aerospace, defense, or similarly complex environments.
Formal training or certification in program and/or change management (e.g., PMP, Prosci, Agile-related credentials).
Experience implementing or optimizing PX/HR systems and tools (e.g., HRIS, performance management, engagement or survey platforms).
Full-time regular employee offer package:
Temporary employee offer package:
All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.
Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location.

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
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