Senior Program Manager – Navy ISR Programs

About the role

Shield AI is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead the execution and growth of Navy Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) programs. The role serves as the primary interface between US Navy stakeholders, business development, engineering, operations, and executive leadership to shape task orders and deliver mission‑critical capabilities.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver reliable performance for Navy missions through flawless program management and leadership.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver programs early, under budget, and with exceptional technical performance.
• Develop and maintain trusted relationships with Navy operational, acquisition, and technical stakeholders.
• Conduct critical path analyses and mitigate identified risks.
• Translate evolving customer requirements into executable plans across engineering, operations, logistics, and sustainment teams.

Required profile

• 8+ years of program management experience supporting Department of Defense programs.
• Direct experience with Navy operational, acquisition, ISR, aviation, maritime, or intelligence communities.
• Proven track record managing customer‑facing defense programs with responsibility for cost, schedule, and performance.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams across engineering, operations, logistics, and business functions.
• Active Secret Security Clearance.

Required skills

• Microsoft Project
• Smartsheet