Program Manager (910673)

Company Description

Spear is a multidisciplinary startup (located in Tel Aviv) founded in 2017, develops and manufactures unmanned aerial systems to support both tactical and strategic echelons for leading defense forces. As the leading company in Israel for tactical UAS, Spear provides military customers, organizations, and governments, around the globe, with a unique approach which lead to a world class breakthrough. Spear systems combines cutting edge technologies in the field of Hardware, Software, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Communication, Mechanics, Motion Control, Navigation Solutions, Munitions, etc.

As we continue to grow rapidly, we are looking for talented team players to join our success.

Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and Experienced Program Manager to lead the development and execution of critical projects within our Unmanned Systems (Including Loitering Munitions).

You will play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects on time, within budget, and to exacting military specifications.

You will be responsible for the following:

• Leading to customer’s success while securing Company’s interests.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines and stringent regulations.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets for assigned unmanned systems projects.
• Lead cross-functional teams of engineers, scientists, and other technical specialists.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and proactively implement corrective actions.
• Manage project interfaces with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant military standards and regulations.
• Prepare and deliver clear and concise project reports and presentations.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance project efficiency, effectiveness and profitability.
• Reporting to VP Programs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering / economics / Business Administration.
• 7 Years’ experience as a Program / Project Manager in an agile environment with a dedicated development team.
• Past experience in similar roles within Defense companies – Must.
• Proven experience in project and subcontractors’ management (Locally and Abroad).
• High Negotiation Skills and proven experience.
• Leadership and ability to work independently or as part of a team while driving co-workers towards goals.
• Representative, Excellent communication skills, Self-Driven & Motivated.
• Professional English verbal and writing skills – Additional languages knowledge – Advantage.
• At least 2 years’ experience in the UAV industry – An advantage.
• Operational military background – An advantage.
• Process improvement methodologies – An advantage.