We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Technical Project Manager to join our team. This individual will play a crucial role in overseeing and coordinating the development and testing of UAS software and hardware systems tailored for government use. The Technical Project Manager will lead cross-functional engineering teams in developing CONOPS (Concept of Operations), vehicle designs, avionics systems, and mission planning software, ensuring that all projects are executed successfully from start to finish.   

Responsibilities:  

• Program Management: Manage and oversee requirements, schedules, budgets, requirements, hardware, and software deliverables across the full lifecycle of UAS development projects, from initial concept through testing and production.  

• Cross-Functional Team Leadership: Coordinate and guide cross-functional teams, including engineers, designers, and software developers, to ensure timely and effective project execution.  

• Develop CONOPS and Systems: Collaborate with teams to develop detailed CONOPS, vehicle designs, avionics systems, and mission planning software.  

• Stakeholder Management: Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment of project goals.  

• Resource Allocation: Manage project resources, timelines, and budgets, ensuring projects are completed on time and within scope.  

• Quality Assurance: Ensure all projects meet the highest standards of quality and comply with relevant regulations and industry best practices.  

• Reporting: Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on project status, risks, and milestones.  

Qualifications:   

• Education: BS or MS in engineering, management, manufacturing or other relevant field.  

• Experience: 3+ years of experience in software project management, preferably within the defense industry or related technology fields.   

• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and related technologies.  

• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and manage cross- functional teams. 

• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders. 

• Project Management: Proficiency in project management tools and software; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously. 

• Defense Industry Experience: Experience in the defense sector is highly desirable but not mandatory.   

Pay Range by Level:
Level II - $100k - $122k
Level III - $122k - $156k

We are seeking an experienced, mission-driven International Site Lead to spearhead the deployment, integration, and expansion of advanced Counter-UAS (C-UAS) interceptor systems based out of Norway and across Europe in support of NATO and allied forces. This role serves as the forward-deployed nexus between operations, engineering, and international partners, ensuring successful integration of interceptor systems into complex C2 (Command & Control) ecosystems. The ideal candidate thrives in dynamic environments, understands both battlefield realities and engineering constraints, and can translate real-world operational feedback into actionable program improvements. This individual will lead on-the-ground execution across operations, training, sustainment, and system integration, while shaping the future of the interceptor program through lessons learned, partner engagement, and capability evolution. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Serve as the in-theater lead for deployment and sustainment of C-UAS interceptor systems across NATO and allied operational environments 

• Act as the primary interface between field operations, engineering teams, and international partners 

• Lead integration of interceptor systems into multi-layered C2 architectures, ensuring interoperability with allied systems 

• Oversee and coordinate Field Service Representatives (FSRs), Field Service Engineers (FSEs), mission managers, and maintenance personnel 

• Develop and execute training programs, including “train-the-trainer” models for allied forces 

• Capture, document, and communicate lessons learned from operational deployments, feeding directly into product improvements and engineering revisions 

• Troubleshoot system performance, integration challenges, and operational issues in real-time field environments 

• Support engineering change proposals, system upgrades, and rapid capability iterations based on field data 

• Assist in identifying and vetting international manufacturing and supply chain partners to support scaling and localization efforts 

• Lead program expansion efforts across Europe, including new site stand-ups, partner coordination, and capability rollouts 

• Ensure operational readiness, sustainment planning, and lifecycle support of deployed systems 

• Support customer engagement, demonstrations, and mission planning with NATO and allied stakeholders 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Defense Systems, Aviation, or a related technical field (or equivalent operational experience) 

• 8–15+ years of experience in defense systems, UAS/C-UAS, missile systems, or integrated military platforms 

• Proven experience supporting forward-deployed or international defense programs, preferably in NATO or allied environments 

• Strong understanding of Command & Control (C2) systems integration and interoperability challenges 

• Experience leading FSR/FSE teams, operational units, or technical field teams 

• Demonstrated ability to translate operational feedback into engineering or product improvements 

• Experience with system integration, troubleshooting, and field-level diagnostics in complex environments 

• Familiarity with international defense collaboration, foreign military partners, and coalition operations 

• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills 

• Ability to operate independently in remote, high-tempo, and ambiguous environments 

• Willingness to travel extensively (50–75%) across Europe and allied regions 

• Active U.S. Security Clearance (or ability to obtain/maintain) 

• U.S. Citizenship 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Prior experience with counter-UAS systems, air defense, or interceptor technologies 

• Background in missile systems, kinetic interceptors, or layered defense architectures 

• Experience working with NATO command structures or allied defense ministries 

• Knowledge of export controls (ITAR/EAR) and international defense program compliance 

• Experience supporting rapid prototyping, fielding, or urgent operational needs (UONs) 

• Familiarity with digital engineering environments or model-based systems engineering (MBSE) 

What Success Looks Like 

• Seamless integration of interceptor systems into allied C2 environments 

• High operational readiness and uptime across deployed sites 

• Continuous feedback loop between field operations and engineering 

• Scalable training and sustainment frameworks adopted by partner nations 

• Expansion of program footprint across NATO and allied forces 

This role is eligible for our OCONUS compensation package, which includes location-based allowances and/or supplemental benefits.