Senior Program Manager
Merlin LabsBoston, Massachusetts, United States
Posted July 31, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Merlin Labs is an aviation technology company dedicated to advancing fully autonomous flight. Specializing in cutting-edge solutions for drone and aircraft automation, Merlin aims to revolutionize the industry with its innovative technologies and commitment to safety and efficiency.
Job Description
Merlin is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead and scale customer-facing defense and autonomy programs. This role involves owning and leading a portfolio of programs, driving strategic execution, building stakeholder trust, and contributing to capture activities. The ideal candidate will have a blend of technical fluency, operational rigor, and a passion for mission-critical outcomes and the ability to translate operations needs into technical deliverables.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in program or project leadership roles within aerospace, defense, or high-stakes dual-use technologies.
- Proven success leading complex programs involving cross-functional teams and technical integration.
- Demonstrated ability to work closely with military customers and operational users.
- Strong understanding of program lifecycle from capture to delivery.
- Strong systems thinking and technical curiosity.
Benefits
- health, dental, life
- unlimited vacation
- 401k with match
- catered lunches
- selection of beverages
- perks designed to make work enjoyable and convenient
