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Operations Project Manager

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Project Management

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StartupsHardwareDefense TechManufacturingRegulated EnvironmentsInternational TeamsExternal AdvisorsOperational Processes

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About the Position

Operations Project Manager

Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America’s drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment.

As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We’re hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional operational projects from initial idea through execution and completion
  • Translate business objectives into clear project plans, milestones, deliverables, owners, and deadlines
  • Coordinate internal and external stakeholders and ensure alignment throughout the project lifecycle
  • Identify and track dependencies, risks, blockers, and key decisions
  • Maintain clear visibility into project status and proactively escalate issues when necessary
  • Drive business operations and organizational initiatives that require coordination across multiple functions
  • Work with external advisors, partners, and service providers when required
  • Maintain clear project documentation, action trackers, and decision logs
  • Support the launch of new operational processes and company-wide initiatives
  • Ensure completed projects are transitioned to the appropriate long-term functional owner
  • Continuously identify opportunities to make cross-functional execution simpler and more effective

Requirements

  • 3–5+ years of experience in Project Management, Business Operations, Program Management, or a similar role
  • Proven experience independently managing complex cross-functional projects from start to finish
  • Strong ability to turn ambiguous or high-level objectives into structured and executable plans
  • Excellent stakeholder management and coordination skills
  • Strong ownership mindset and consistent follow-through
  • Ability to manage several projects and competing priorities simultaneously
  • Strong written communication, documentation, and organizational skills
  • Ability to identify risks early and escalate issues effectively
  • English at approximately B1+ level for collaboration with international stakeholders
  • Comfortable working in a fast-moving environment where priorities and requirements may evolve

Nice to Have

  • Experience in startups, hardware, defense tech, manufacturing, or other regulated environments
  • Experience coordinating projects across international teams
  • Experience working with external advisors, partners, or regulatory stakeholders
  • Experience building operational processes or project management practices from scratch

We Offer

  • Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative defense technology company
  • Be part of a team that is shaping the future of warfare
  • Competitive salary and equity stock options

About the Company

Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America’s drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment.

As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy.

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