Program Manager

Harmattan Ai

Rabat, Morocco

On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have 10+ years in defense program management and experience managing mass-produced systems.

Best fit for

Candidates with deep defense sector experience and a history of managing large-scale program deliveries
— “10+ years of experience in program or project management within the defense sector.”
Individuals who have successfully coordinated cross-functional teams for complex systems delivery
— “Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure on-time, on-spec delivery of complex and mass-produced systems.”
Professionals with a track record of navigating defense acquisition processes and contractual requirements
— “Strong knowledge of defense acquisition processes, program milestones, and compliance documentation.”

Things to consider

The role involves direct client interface, requiring strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
— “This is a client-facing role requiring precision, leadership, and domain expertise.”
The position demands a high level of responsibility for invoicing and revenue triggering.
— “ensure billing is activated at contractual milestones.”

How to stand out

Emphasize your experience in managing large-scale defense program deliveries with clear milestones.
— “Proven track record managing complex deliveries and mass-production with direct client interface and contractual responsibilities.”
Highlight your ability to resolve program-level blockers and manage risks effectively.
— “Crisis Management: Anticipate risks and lead rapid, structured resolution of issues as they arise.”
Showcase your expertise in aligning centralized product policies with local program constraints.
— “Ensure that centralized product policies are compatible with program-specific and customer-specific constraints.”
Demonstrate your ability to manage complete business plans and contractual compliance.
— “Proficiency in managing a complete business plan.”

Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Company

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What success looks like

end-to-end delivery of systems
contractual compliance
managing risks
resolving crises

Typical background

10+ years of experience in program or project management within the defense sector

Skills & requirements

Required

Program ManagementDefense SectorCustomer InterfaceDelivery CoordinationCompliance OversightCrisis ManagementInvoicing & Revenue TriggeringIssue ManagementLocal Interface EnablementEnabler Identification

Preferred

Defense Acquisition ProcessesProgram MilestonesCompliance Documentation

Stack & domain

Program ManagementDefense SectorProject ManagementDefense Acquisition ProcessesProgram MilestonesCompliance DocumentationLeadershipCommunicationCrisis ManagementIssue ManagementDefense

About the role

Original posting from Harmattan Ai via Ashby

ABOUT US
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 Program Manager, you will be the operational backbone of our program execution for Europe and Middle-East customers. You are the primary interface with our defense clients, overseeing end-to-end delivery of our systems, ensuring contractual compliance, and coordinating internal teams to meet critical deadlines. You manage risks, resolve crises, and trigger invoicing at the right milestones.
This is a client-facing role requiring precision, leadership, and domain expertise. You will ensure Harmattan AI delivers cutting-edge defense products while maintaining a centralized product vision that respects local program constraints.
Responsibilities
Customer Interface: Act as the single point of contact for the customer throughout program execution.
Delivery Coordination: Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure on-time, on-spec delivery of complex and mass-produced systems.
Compliance Oversight: Guarantee that all deliverables meet contractual, technical, and operational requirements.
Crisis Management: Anticipate risks and lead rapid, structured resolution of issues as they arise.
Invoicing & Revenue Triggering: Own the program timeline and ensure billing is activated at contractual milestones.
Issue Management: Track and resolve program-level blockers, both technical and administrative.
Local Interface Enablement: Ensure that centralized product policies are compatible with program-specific and customer-specific constraints.
Enabler Identification: Identify missing enablers and escalate internally to unblock delivery or alignment.
Candidate Requirements
10+ years of experience in program or project management within the defense sector.
Significant experience as a Program Manager, including leading product development, high volumes deliveries, customer support
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.
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.

Source: Harmattan Ai careers (Ashby)