Technical Program Manager - Defense Technology

Position Overview

Applied Intuition, a $15 billion vehicle intelligence company trusted by 18 of the top 20 global automakers and key defense programs, is seeking a Technical Program Manager. In this role, you will drive complex projects by collaborating with internal subject matter experts and customers to address technical challenges and implement innovative solutions. We operate primarily in-office with flexible scheduling to support work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute projects as the single point of contact, tracking progress and ensuring milestone completion.
• Continuously engage customers to understand pain points and explore further project opportunities.
• Provide regular updates to internal teams on customer use cases and evolving software requirements.
• Evaluate project timelines with customers and adjust resource needs based on feedback.
• Lead pursuits from customer RFQ release, crafting detailed technical proposals by leveraging internal expertise.

Required Qualifications

• US citizenship with the ability to obtain a security clearance.
• 3+ years of industry experience leveraging data and technical insight to support software programs.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electronics, Data Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields.
• Familiarity with the DOD autonomy ecosystem.
• Proven hands-on experience managing complex projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active secret or top secret clearance.
• Experience working directly with DOD clients on software use cases.
• Familiarity with various data management and simulation providers and their relative advantages.
• Hands-on experience with data or simulation software used in autonomy.
• Knowledge of both software and hardware aspects of development and testing, including high-performance computing and realtime testing systems.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation includes base salary, equity, and a robust benefits package.
• Base salary range: $150,000 to $225,000 USD annually.
• Equity may be offered in the form of options and/or restricted stock units.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including health, dental, vision, life, and disability.
• 401k retirement plan with employer match, plus additional stipends for learning, wellness, and paid time off.