Senior Technical Program Manager (Federal Programs) - Remote

Overview

Beacon AI is developing AI pilot assistant technology to transform aviation, flight safety, operational efficiency, and pilot capabilities. We are on a mission to leverage the power of artificial intelligence and advanced data analytics to revolutionize the aviation industry. Join us to be at the cutting edge of technological innovation for the second century of aviation.

In Short

• Lead cross-functional program execution for defense customers, ensuring technical milestones are delivered on time and aligned to mission needs.
• Interface with DoD stakeholders (PEOs, TPOCs, acquisition offices, pilots) to manage schedules, updates, deliverables, and feedback loops.
• Translate operational needs into technical requirements, particularly for aircraft operations, debrief, mission planning, and pilot assistance.
• Coordinate user engagements and flight demonstrations, including simulator events and aircraft integration.
• Support proposal development, responses to government solicitations, and long-term roadmap planning.
• Ensure contract compliance and timely delivery of CDRLs, milestone demos, technical reports, and training documentation.
• Work closely with Beacon’s engineering, product, and operations teams to keep programs user-focused and technically executable.

Requirements

• Former DoD pilot or aircrew, ideally with SOF, AFSOC, tactical, or mobility aviation experience.
• Experience supporting or working within DoD acquisition offices (e.g., PEO Fixed Wing, AFLCMC).
• Familiarity with requirements generation, validation, and transition planning.
• Track record of delivering technology programs involving multiple stakeholders and operational users.
• Strong skills in stakeholder management, briefings, and written communications.
• Comfort navigating the engineering side (with software and hardware teams) and the government side (with end users and contracting officers).
• Experience contributing to DoD proposals (writing, grading, reviewing).
• Eligible for a DoD security clearance.
• Willingness to travel 10–15% to military installations, flight demonstrations, and stakeholder meetings.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: Enjoy peace of mind with our generous health benefits, with 80% of medical costs covered by the company for the employee and 25% for their dependents.
• Paid Time Off: Recharge and relax with 3 weeks of paid vacation, in addition to 14 company-paid holidays each year.
• Connectivity Stipend: Stay connected with our cell phone benefit, ensuring you have the tools you need to excel in your role.
• Health and Wellness Allowance: Use this towards a gym membership or subscription to a meditation app, empowering you to prioritize self-care and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
• Financial Planning: Prepare for the future with our 401(k) program. While we currently do not offer matching, we are committed to enhancing this benefit in the future.