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Parsons Corporation · 13 hours ago

UAS Program Lead

Parsons Corporation is looking for an amazingly talented Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Program Lead to join their team. In this role, you will serve as the senior program manager and primary interface to the U.S. Government, responsible for leading contractor support to worldwide UAS operations.

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Responsibilities

Serving as the overall Program Manager for UAS contract support, with full responsibility for performance, staffing, deliverables, and compliance
Acting as the primary liaison between Parsons and U.S. Government stakeholders, including Diplomatic Security leadership and program sponsors
Leading program planning, execution, and tracking for milestones, budgets, staffing, and audits
Managing and supervising the contractor team supporting UAS operations, including operations, logistics, training, and support personnel
Establishing and maintaining program governance, performance metrics, and reporting rhythms
Overseeing UAS operational support activities, including readiness, sustainment, training, and field support
Establishing and enforcing incident reporting, investigation, and corrective action processes for UAS operations
Ensuring compliance with contract requirements, safety standards, U.S. Government policy, and host-nation regulations
Supporting program reviews, executive briefings, and strategic planning with government leadership
Coordinating deployments, operational priorities, and support activities across stakeholders and field teams

Qualification

UAS operationsFAA Part 107 CertificationProgram managementGovernment stakeholder liaisonContract performance managementExecutive communicationLogistics managementTraining managementPMP certificationTechnical background in UAS

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related technical field (or experience in lieu of degree) and 10 years experience
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification
Proven experience leading U.S. Government operational programs as a program or project manager
Demonstrated ability to serve as the senior interface to government stakeholders and decision-makers
Experience managing contract performance, staffing, schedules, and budgets
Strong understanding of UAS operations, aviation systems, or complex operational technology programs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience delivering executive-level briefings and reports
Ability to operate effectively in high-tempo, operationally sensitive, and internationally deployed environments
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position

Preferred

Experience supporting Diplomatic Security, DoD, or other U.S. Government overseas operational programs
Experience managing UAS, aviation, robotics, or ISR-related programs
Familiarity with FAA airspace coordination, host-nation flight approvals, and operational aviation governance
Experience supporting audits, inspections, and formal program reviews
PMP, Agile, or other formal program management certifications
Experience leading programs that include operations, logistics, training, and sustainment functions
Strong technical background in UAS systems, aviation systems, or networked mission systems

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid time off
401(k)
Life insurance
Flexible work schedules
Holidays

Company

Parsons Corporation

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Parsons is an engineering, construction, technical and management services firm for national security and global infrastructure markets.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$700M
2024-02-21Post Ipo Debt· $700M
2019-05-07IPO

Leadership Team

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Carey Smith
Chair, President and CEO
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Matthew Ofilos
Chief Financial Officer
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