Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Following the close of a $200M Series B, valuing the company at $1.4 billion, we are expanding our teams and capabilities to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces.
Our work is guided by clear values: building technologies with real-world impact, pursuing excellence in everything we do, setting ambitious goals, and taking on the hardest technical challenges. We operate in a demanding environment where rigor, ownership, and execution are expected.
About the RoleAs Head of ISR & Strike solutions, you will be in charge of a complete line of products for Harmattan AI ISR & Strike solution. You are the primary interface of customers and C-Level to manage this line of products, including product strategy and roadmap, business plans and pricing elaboration and management, development and industrialization management, production execution control, contract execution overseeing end-to-end delivery of our systems, ensuring contractual compliance, and coordinating internal teams to meet critical deadlines. You directly manage a team of Program managers, Product Managers and System Architects.
ResponsibilitiesStrategic Customer Interface & Alignment: Act as the primary interface for customers and C-Level executives, ensuring program execution aligns with the overall ISR & Strike product strategy and roadmap.
End-to-End Delivery Oversight: Oversee the entire contract execution lifecycle, coordinating the team of Program Managers, Product Managers, and System Architects to ensure on-time, on-spec delivery of complex and mass-produced systems.
Contractual & Compliance Guarantee: Guarantee that all deliverables meet contractual, technical, and operational requirements, managing compliance across the product line.
Risk Mitigation & Crisis Leadership: Anticipate strategic and program-level risks and lead rapid, structured resolution of issues and major roadblocks as they arise, escalating internally when necessary to unblock delivery.
Financial Ownership & Revenue Management: Own the program financial timeline and ensure accurate invoicing and revenue activation at contractual milestones, aligning with business plans and pricing strategies.
Team Enablement & Process Alignment: Ensure centralized product policies and processes are compatible with specific program and customer constraints, identifying missing strategic and operational enablers for the team.
10+ years of experience in program or project management within the defense sector.
Mandatory expertise in the field of drones for Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance (ISR) and Strike.
Significant experience as a Program Manager, including leading product development.
Proven track record managing complex deliveries and mass-production with direct client interface and contractual responsibilities.
Strong knowledge of defense acquisition processes, program milestones, and compliance documentation.
Ability to manage programs in cutting-edge/disruptive environments.
Proficiency in managing a complete business plan.
Expertise in defining the product strategy and roadmap ("product head").
Detail-oriented with excellent documentation and organizational skills.
Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams toward success.
We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of experience in program or project management within the defense sector.
- Mandatory expertise in drones for Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance (ISR) and Strike.
- Significant experience as a Program Manager, including leading product development.
- Proven track record managing complex deliveries and mass-production with direct client interface and contractual responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of defense acquisition processes, program milestones, and compliance documentation.
- Ability to manage programs in cutting-edge/disruptive environments.
- Proficiency in managing a complete business plan.
- Expertise in defining the product strategy and roadmap (product head).
- Detail-oriented with excellent documentation and organizational skills.
- Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams.
Harmattan AI Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay ranges are publicly shown for multiple U.S. roles (e.g., $140k–$200k base) and appear broadly in line with late‑stage startup/defense‑tech expectations based on the postings cited.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity is repeatedly referenced in several job postings as part of total compensation, which can increase upside potential at a recently funded, high‑valuation company.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Sign‑on bonuses are explicitly mentioned in a hiring post for candidates who can start quickly, indicating the use of cash incentives in at least some hiring situations.
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What We Do
Harmattan AI is rising as a next-generation defense prime, building the future of autonomous warfare. We leverage AI-driven autonomy, real-time intelligence, and conflict-ready production to deliver attritable systems and autonomous mission management software. Designed for the real-world needs of warfighters, our solutions enable faster deployment, sharper decision-making, and battlefield dominance.
