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 Role
As Project Manager, you will be a core driver of our program delivery, coordinating complex, multi-stakeholder programs from early engineering phases through operational deployment.
You are responsible for the meticulous coordination of cross-functional internal teams, ensuring technical and operational requirements are met, and resolving program-level blockers to maintain critical schedules. Your leadership will ensure Harmattan AI's drone programs are delivered on time and on spec.
Responsibilities
Delivery Coordination: Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure on-time, on-spec delivery of complex drone systems and programs - including hardware and software design and delivery, maintenance, customer services and training activities.
Program Execution: Drive the deliverables across engineering, technical, and operational milestones.
Project Oversight: Guarantee that all deliverables meet established technical and operational requirements, ensuring end-to-end delivery success.
Issue & Risk Management: Proactively track and resolve program-level blockers, both technical and administrative, and manage project risks.
Enabler Identification: Identify missing project enablers and escalate internally to unblock delivery or alignment with program goals.
Stakeholder & Vendor Coordination: Interface with internal engineering teams and external partners/suppliers to align on technical requirements, timelines, and contractual commitments.
Candidate Requirements
Experience in aerospace, defense, or another high-complexity technical industry is a strong plus.
5+ years of experience in project/program management within a technology, engineering, or aerospace sector.
Strong delivery expertise on embedded systems (both hardware and software).
Expertise in managing complex, multi-stakeholder programs and technical deliveries in demanding operational environments is a strong plus.
Exclusive focus on project/program management in your career history.
Proven track record of coordinating technical teams to achieve program milestones.
Ability to manage programs in cutting-edge/disruptive environments.
Experience with contract management, vendor coordination, or technical transition programs is a plus.
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
- 5+ years of project management experience in technology or manufacturing sectors.
- Expertise managing large-scale, series projects and mass production environments.
- Exclusive focus on project management in career history.
- Proven track record coordinating technical teams to achieve production milestones.
- Ability to manage programs in cutting-edge or disruptive environments.
- Detail-oriented with excellent documentation and organisational skills.
- Strong communication and leadership skills to motivate and guide teams.
- Experience in the drone industry.
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.
