Senior Program Manager Seattle, WA

Company: Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc
Location: Washington
Posted on: November 8, 2024

Job Description:

Overland AI builds intelligent uncrewed ground systems for defense and national security. Our autonomy stack, OverDrive, is defining the state-of-the-art for perception, planning, and control of uncrewed vehicles, enabling them to traverse and operate in any terrain, regardless of roads, in any condition. OverDrive was purpose-built for the warfighter: through our work with DARPA and the U.S. Army, we have developed the intelligent capabilities necessary to power modern ground operations, now and for decades to come.In a little over a year, the company has been selected for or awarded eight-figures of OTAs and other contracts across multiple services and DoD customers. We have raised over $10M in funding, led by Point72 Ventures, a top multi-billion dollar AUM defense tech investor.Who you are:We're looking for an experienced, ambitious, detail-oriented professional to join our program management team. You will focus on enabling high-quality, effective delivery across existing and upcoming customer-facing programs. In this role, you will help define and execute strategic priorities related to program success and work across the entire team to ensure that company-level goals are achieved. You will work hand-in-hand with our engineering and product teams on a generational opportunity to build a critical capability, and the business to deliver it, during an urgent time.What you'll do:

• Own successful delivery of outcomes on multiple programs simultaneously.
• Establish and lead effective program governance (e.g., stakeholder communication, update rhythms, customer engagements, milestone management, program measurement).
• Ensure that programs are performed on time and on budget.
• Develop enduring relationships with external and internal program stakeholders; be the face of Overland AI in external meetings and onsite with customers.
• Coordinate and create documents in support of the program (e.g., charters, design reviews, project plans).
• Work cross-functionally with engineering teams to deliver technical content.
• Develop monthly program financial reports and forecast models.
• Influence the company's strategy and growth.
• Work cross-functionally to develop statements of work and support proposal development.
• Define and execute growth strategies for current and follow-on contracts.
• Support the product roadmap by being the voice of the customer and advocating for their needs and requirements.
• Align programmatic objectives with other company initiatives to maximize overall engineering contributions.Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, an Engineering discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5 years of experience as a Program Manager.
  • Ability to obtain a US government security clearance.Desired Experience & Qualifications:
    • Advanced degree in Business, Computer Science, or an Engineering discipline.
    • 5 years of operational US military experience.
    • 2 years of experience fielding software or hardware products to real operating environments in deep-tech, defense, or high-growth start-up domains.
    • Demonstrated ability to deliver successful outcomes on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced operating environment.
    • Demonstrated ability to structure ambiguous problems and take action to solve them.
    • Effective communicator with demonstrated ability to collaborate and influence cross-functionally.
    • Familiarity with large-scale DoD procurement programs and contract deliverables execution.
    • Familiarity with software development lifecycles.
    • Familiarity with ground autonomy systems.Overland AI believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day.
      • The salary range for this position is $130K to $180K annually.
      • Equity compensation.
      • Best-in-class healthcare, dental and vision plans.
      • Unlimited PTO.
      • 401k with company match.
      • Parental leave.Location:This position is located in Seattle, WA. Some travel expected (25-30%).
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