Senior Program Manager
Company: Overland AI
Location: Seattle
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Senior Program Manager About Overland AI: Founded in 2022 and
headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Overland AI is transforming
land operations for modern defense. The company leverages over a
decade of advanced research in robotics and machine learning, as
well as a field-test forward ethos, to deliver combined
capabilities for unit commanders. Our OverDrive autonomy stack
enables ground vehicles to navigate and operate off-road in any
terrain without GPS or direct operator control. Our intuitive
OverWatch C2 interface provides commanders with precise
coordination capabilities essential for mission success. Overland
AI has secured funding from prominent defense tech investors,
including 8VC and Point 72, and built trusted partnerships with
DARPA, the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command.
Backed by eight-figure contracts across the Department of Defense,
we are strengthening national security by iterating closely with
end users engaged in tactical operations. Who you are: We’re
looking for an experienced, ambitious, detail-oriented professional
to join our program management team. You will focus on enabling
high-quality, effective delivery across existing and upcoming
customer-facing programs. In this role, you will help define and
execute strategic priorities related to program success and work
across the entire team to ensure that company-level goals are
achieved. You will work hand-in-hand with our engineering and
product teams on a generational opportunity to build a critical
capability, and the business to deliver it, during an urgent time.
What you’ll do: Own successful delivery of outcomes on multiple
programs simultaneously. Establish and lead effective program
governance (e.g., stakeholder communication, update rhythms,
customer engagements, milestone management, program measurement).
Ensure that programs are performed on time and on budget. Develop
enduring relationships with external and internal program
stakeholders; be the face of Overland AI in external meetings and
onsite with customers. Coordinate and create documents in support
of the program (e.g., charters, design reviews, project plans) Work
cross-functionally with engineering teams to deliver technical
content. Develop monthly program financial reports and forecast
models. Influence the company’s strategy and growth. Work
cross-functionally to develop statements of work and support
proposal development. Define and execute growth strategies for
current and follow-on contracts. Support the product roadmap by
being the voice of the customer and advocating for their needs and
requirements. Align programmatic objectives with other company
initiatives to maximize overall engineering contributions. Minimum
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, an
Engineering discipline, or equivalent practical experience. 5 years
of experience as a Program Manager. Ability to obtain a US
government security clearance. Desired Experience & Qualifications:
Advanced degree in Business, Computer Science, or an Engineering
discipline. 5 years of operational US military experience. 2 years
of experience fielding software or hardware products to real
operating environments in deep-tech, defense, or high-growth
start-up domains. Demonstrated ability to deliver successful
outcomes on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced
operating environment. Demonstrated ability to structure ambiguous
problems and take action to solve them. Effective communicator with
demonstrated ability to collaborate and influence
cross-functionally. Familiarity with large-scale DoD procurement
programs and contract deliverables execution. Familiarity with
software development lifecycles. Familiarity with ground autonomy
systems. Benefits : Overland AI believes in creating a work
environment that you look forward to embracing every day. The
salary range for this position is $130K to $180K annually. Equity
compensation. Best-in-class healthcare, dental and vision plans.
Unlimited PTO. 401k with company match. Parental leave. Location:
This position is located in Seattle, WA. Some travel expected
(25-30%).
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