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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 to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios, and beyond.\nAbout the role:\nSkydio 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.\nYou will join our Mission Success team, and will be Skydio's Law Enforcement customer liaison with Los Angeles Police Department and broadly responsible for the success of our contracts to include: project planning, technical execution, risk management, problem solving, budget, performance improvements and scheduling. 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. You will be expected to utilize your technical capability in conjunction with your program management skills to deliver the best outcome for the customer. 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.\nIn addition to your core role, you will also be suited to providing input into a wide range of technical activities within the company. You will work in a high-activity/fast-paced environment, with the ability to handle ambiguity, and multiple tasks or projects at once. 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Manage production and implementation programs against cost, schedule and technical requirements.\n\nUnderstand customer requirements and translate them to Skydio’s agile product and technical teams to drive development and delivery execution.\n\nEstablish relationships with the Law Enforcement customer and be technical to build & drive plans with Skydio’s engineering team’s to meet milestones.\n\nInform Skydio and customer business and program leaders regarding contract management risks and opportunities, ensuring a coordinated and comprehensive approach to product delivery across the program.\n\nGeneral support of go-to-market & business activities as required.\n\nWhat Makes You A Good Fit:\nExperience as a customer-facing professional services / program manager, or in a similar high-tier complex and multifaceted role preferably for law enforcement agencies.\n\nExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including interaction with senior leaders and a strong focus on project management tools and concepts.\n\nProven track record of implementing new technology, agile development and interfacing with technical teams to deliver on customer schedules.\n\nExperience in implementing effective internal business systems, processes and controls (hardware, software, operations) for management of large scale customer projects in the Law Enforcement field.\n\nExperience with Law Enforcement and commercial Unmanned Aircraft Systems and related software development.\n\nLaw Enforcement/Federal Program Management experience, to include: Technology Assessments, Systems Design, Systems Analysis, Programmatic Support, Acquisition Planning, and Budget Planning.\n\nOutstanding 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.\n\nObtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all Skydio employees and required for certain positions.\n\nCompensation: 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. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $145,000 - $180,000*. 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. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following 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.\n*Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position’s location.\nAt 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. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture.\nQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.\nFor positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. 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