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Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios, and beyond.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Sr Manager, Deployment Operations is a strategic project leader who drives deployment velocity through business program design, cross-functional initiatives, and operational systems innovation. This role partners directly with the VP of Field & Professional Services to design and launch customer-facing deployment services, internal operating systems, and strategic initiatives that enable our field teams to deploy enterprise drone systems faster and more effectively. You'll operate at the intersection of strategy and execution—translating operational challenges into scalable business solutions, designing programs that accelerate customer deployments, and building the internal infrastructure (forecasting models, pipeline management systems, operational processes) that enables our deployment organization to scale. Everything you do will be rooted in delivering value for our customers - defense, public safety, and critical infrastructure organizations that depend on reliable drone operations in high-stakes scenarios.
LOCATION
Location: San Francisco Bay Area Preferred (Hybrid) or Remote
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Travel expectations vary by location. HQ-based employees should expect 10–15% travel, while remote-based employees should expect approximately 25% travel, to support field operations and attend meetings or initiatives at HQ.
HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT
Strategic Project Leadership (40%)
- Lead strategic initiatives that increase deployment velocity and improve customer experience
- Design customer-facing deployment services and program offerings
- Own project lifecycle from concept to stakeholder alignment to launch support. Success is measured by customer outcomes, not task completion
- Drive adoption of strategic programs across field teams and cross-functional partners
- Build business cases and measure impact of strategic initiatives
Operating Systems & Process Design (30%)
- Design internal operating systems for deployment forecasting, pipeline management, and performance tracking
- Build operational frameworks and management systems that enable scalable field operations
- Develop process improvements that reduce deployment cycle time
- Create analytical frameworks and reporting infrastructure for operational decision-making
- Document operational best practices and standard frameworks
Executive Support & Strategic Analysis (20%)
- Conduct research and analysis to inform VP's strategic decisions
- Develop scenario analyses for capacity planning and resource allocation
- Prepare executive materials, business reviews, and strategic presentations
- Build decision frameworks and analytical tools that accelerate strategic choices
- Support business case development for new service offerings
Cross-Functional Coordination (10%)
- Coordinate strategic initiatives across Sales, Product, Engineering, Operations, and Customer Success
- Facilitate alignment between functions on deployment priorities and programs
- Partner with internal teams on service design, customer programs, and operational improvements
- Drive accountability through influence and relationship building
Experience
What Makes You a Great Fit
- 6-8+ years in strategic operations, program management, or business operations
- 3+ years in hardware deployment, field operations, or enterprise B2B operations
- Proven track record designing and launching business programs or service offerings
- Experience driving cross-functional initiatives in high-growth environments
- Defense, aerospace, hardware, or enterprise technology background preferred
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Exceptional strategic thinking and business judgment—ability to deeply understand problems before jumping to solutions
- Strong analytical skills with ability to build financial models and business cases
- Proven ability to design operating systems, forecasting models, and management frameworks
- Experience influencing without authority in matrixed organizations—comfortable with direct, candid communication
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Systems thinker who designs scalable, pragmatic solutions that deliver customer value
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Understanding of field operations, deployment processes, and service delivery
- Familiarity with CRM systems, data analysis tools, and project management platforms
- Ability to quickly learn technical concepts and translate into business language
- Experience with operational forecasting and pipeline management
WORKING STYLE
- Thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with urgency to make progress daily
- Comfortable working independently with minimal oversight while staying close to field reality and operational details
- Strategic partner mentality—anticipates needs and develops proactive solutions
- Bias for action with structured approach to execution
- Direct and curious in handling conflict—engages openly rather than complaining through back-channels
- Comfortable covering gaps and helping mature organizational capabilities when you see opportunities
- Commitment to continuous improvement and team-first mindset
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Management consulting or business process optimization experience (strategy/operations consulting, Big 4, boutique firms)
- Experience building new capabilities from scratch—launched service offerings, business lines, or operational functions in 0→1 environment
WHY JOIN SKYDIO FIELD & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
The Opportunity
- Strategic business building role partnering with VP during hypergrowth scaling
- Design programs and operating systems that define field operations for years—solving complex problems that aren't always glamorous but deliver enormous customer value
- High visibility through strategic projects and executive partnership
- Build new capabilities from ground up in mission-critical defense and public safety markets
- Direct impact on enabling autonomous drone deployments that make the world safer
The Challenge
- Fast-paced, ambiguous environment where strategy evolves in real-time and problems emerge in every direction
- Solve complex operational challenges for customers doing high-stakes work in rugged environments
- Influence without authority across Sales, Product, Engineering, and Field Operations
- Balance strategic program design with practical execution support—staying close to field reality while building scalable systems
- Scale deployment operations from hundreds to thousands of enterprise installations serving critical infrastructure
CAREER IMPACT
- Own strategic projects that shape deployment operations at scale during hypergrowth phase
- Build operating systems and business programs from ground up that define how field operations work for years
- Direct partnership with VP on strategic initiatives and organizational design
- Exposure to executive leadership through materials, cross-functional projects, and strategic recommendations
- Opportunity to build entirely new capabilities as the organization scales—from deployment services to professional services consulting
- Establish expertise as thought leader on deployment operations, business systems design, and field operations strategy
COMPENSATION
- At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $205,000. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s group health insurance plans. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company’s policies and eligibility criteria.
Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position’s location. At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws. For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/
INTRODUCTION
Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios, and beyond.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Sr Manager, Deployment Operations is a strategic project leader who drives deployment velocity through business program design, cross-functional initiatives, and operational systems innovation. This role partners directly with the VP of Field & Professional Services to design and launch customer-facing deployment services, internal operating systems, and strategic initiatives that enable our field teams to deploy enterprise drone systems faster and more effectively. You'll operate at the intersection of strategy and execution—translating operational challenges into scalable business solutions, designing programs that accelerate customer deployments, and building the internal infrastructure (forecasting models, pipeline management systems, operational processes) that enables our deployment organization to scale. Everything you do will be rooted in delivering value for our customers - defense, public safety, and critical infrastructure organizations that depend on reliable drone operations in high-stakes scenarios.
LOCATION
Location: San Francisco Bay Area Preferred (Hybrid) or Remote
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Travel expectations vary by location. HQ-based employees should expect 10–15% travel, while remote-based employees should expect approximately 25% travel, to support field operations and attend meetings or initiatives at HQ.
HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT
Strategic Project Leadership (40%)
- Lead strategic initiatives that increase deployment velocity and improve customer experience
- Design customer-facing deployment services and program offerings
- Own project lifecycle from concept to stakeholder alignment to launch support. Success is measured by customer outcomes, not task completion
- Drive adoption of strategic programs across field teams and cross-functional partners
- Build business cases and measure impact of strategic initiatives
Operating Systems & Process Design (30%)
- Design internal operating systems for deployment forecasting, pipeline management, and performance tracking
- Build operational frameworks and management systems that enable scalable field operations
- Develop process improvements that reduce deployment cycle time
- Create analytical frameworks and reporting infrastructure for operational decision-making
- Document operational best practices and standard frameworks
Executive Support & Strategic Analysis (20%)
- Conduct research and analysis to inform VP's strategic decisions
- Develop scenario analyses for capacity planning and resource allocation
- Prepare executive materials, business reviews, and strategic presentations
- Build decision frameworks and analytical tools that accelerate strategic choices
- Support business case development for new service offerings
Cross-Functional Coordination (10%)
- Coordinate strategic initiatives across Sales, Product, Engineering, Operations, and Customer Success
- Facilitate alignment between functions on deployment priorities and programs
- Partner with internal teams on service design, customer programs, and operational improvements
- Drive accountability through influence and relationship building
Experience
What Makes You a Great Fit
- 6-8+ years in strategic operations, program management, or business operations
- 3+ years in hardware deployment, field operations, or enterprise B2B operations
- Proven track record designing and launching business programs or service offerings
- Experience driving cross-functional initiatives in high-growth environments
- Defense, aerospace, hardware, or enterprise technology background preferred
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Exceptional strategic thinking and business judgment—ability to deeply understand problems before jumping to solutions
- Strong analytical skills with ability to build financial models and business cases
- Proven ability to design operating systems, forecasting models, and management frameworks
- Experience influencing without authority in matrixed organizations—comfortable with direct, candid communication
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Systems thinker who designs scalable, pragmatic solutions that deliver customer value
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Understanding of field operations, deployment processes, and service delivery
- Familiarity with CRM systems, data analysis tools, and project management platforms
- Ability to quickly learn technical concepts and translate into business language
- Experience with operational forecasting and pipeline management
WORKING STYLE
- Thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with urgency to make progress daily
- Comfortable working independently with minimal oversight while staying close to field reality and operational details
- Strategic partner mentality—anticipates needs and develops proactive solutions
- Bias for action with structured approach to execution
- Direct and curious in handling conflict—engages openly rather than complaining through back-channels
- Comfortable covering gaps and helping mature organizational capabilities when you see opportunities
- Commitment to continuous improvement and team-first mindset
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Management consulting or business process optimization experience (strategy/operations consulting, Big 4, boutique firms)
- Experience building new capabilities from scratch—launched service offerings, business lines, or operational functions in 0→1 environment
WHY JOIN SKYDIO FIELD & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
The Opportunity
- Strategic business building role partnering with VP during hypergrowth scaling
- Design programs and operating systems that define field operations for years—solving complex problems that aren't always glamorous but deliver enormous customer value
- High visibility through strategic projects and executive partnership
- Build new capabilities from ground up in mission-critical defense and public safety markets
- Direct impact on enabling autonomous drone deployments that make the world safer
The Challenge
- Fast-paced, ambiguous environment where strategy evolves in real-time and problems emerge in every direction
- Solve complex operational challenges for customers doing high-stakes work in rugged environments
- Influence without authority across Sales, Product, Engineering, and Field Operations
- Balance strategic program design with practical execution support—staying close to field reality while building scalable systems
- Scale deployment operations from hundreds to thousands of enterprise installations serving critical infrastructure
CAREER IMPACT
- Own strategic projects that shape deployment operations at scale during hypergrowth phase
- Build operating systems and business programs from ground up that define how field operations work for years
- Direct partnership with VP on strategic initiatives and organizational design
- Exposure to executive leadership through materials, cross-functional projects, and strategic recommendations
- Opportunity to build entirely new capabilities as the organization scales—from deployment services to professional services consulting
- Establish expertise as thought leader on deployment operations, business systems design, and field operations strategy
COMPENSATION
- At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $205,000. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s group health insurance plans. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company’s policies and eligibility criteria.
Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position’s location. At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws. For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Asset Manager
Verify your credentials meet Trainee requirements
The J-1 Trainee category requires either a degree plus one year of related experience abroad, or five years of work experience in asset management. Confirm your portfolio management credentials and professional certifications align with your intended training objective before applying.
Target firms with active OFLC LCA history
Search OFLC's public LCA disclosure data to identify asset management firms that have previously supported international hires. Employers familiar with wage compliance filings are significantly more likely to navigate host organization agreements without friction.
Use Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned roles
Search Migrate Mate to surface Senior Asset Manager positions at employers with demonstrated sponsorship history. Filtering by role and visa type saves weeks of manual outreach to firms unfamiliar with the J-1 host employer process.
Build a training plan before the offer stage
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed training plan outlining specific skills, supervision structure, and program objectives. Drafting a role-specific plan covering portfolio analysis, client reporting, and risk assessment protocols before negotiations speeds DS-2019 issuance considerably.
Clarify the two-year home residency rule upfront
If your home country or the U.S. government financed your training, or if your occupation appears on your home country's Skills List, you may face a two-year home residency requirement before changing to most other visa categories. Raise this during offer negotiations, not after.
Confirm your host employer signs the training agreement
The host employer, not the designated sponsor, signs off on the training objectives and supervises your program. Get written confirmation from your hiring manager that they'll fulfill this obligation before your designated sponsor submits the DS-2019 to State Department.
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Find Senior Asset Manager JobsSenior Asset Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Senior Asset Manager roles?
Most experienced asset management professionals qualify under the J-1 Trainee or Specialist category. Trainee applies if you hold a degree plus at least one year of relevant work experience abroad. Specialist is reserved for individuals with recognized expertise in a narrow field, such as alternative investments or institutional portfolio strategy, and requires a more substantial professional record.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Senior Asset Manager position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, that reviews your training plan, issues the DS-2019 form, and monitors your program compliance. Your hiring employer is the host organization. These are two separate parties with separate responsibilities. Conflating them during negotiations often causes delays and misaligned expectations on both sides.
How can I find Senior Asset Manager roles open to J-1 participants?
Migrate Mate lets you search for Senior Asset Manager positions filtered by visa sponsorship type, so you can identify U.S. employers who have previously hosted international professionals. This is more efficient than cold outreach, since many asset management firms that support international hires don't advertise that openness in standard job postings.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect asset managers on J-1 visas?
It can. If your home country government or a U.S. government agency funded your training, or if your occupation appears on your home country's Exchange Visitor Skills List, you'll need to return home for two years before applying for an H-1B, green card, or most other immigrant and nonimmigrant statuses. Asset management roles in government-linked financial institutions are a common trigger worth checking early.
What should a training plan include for a Senior Asset Manager J-1 application?
Your designated sponsor will require a detailed training plan, often on Form DS-7002, documenting specific learning objectives by phase, the supervision structure, and measurable outcomes. For asset management roles, this typically covers portfolio analysis methodology, compliance protocols, client reporting procedures, and risk assessment frameworks. Generic plans that don't reflect actual on-the-job activities are frequently rejected or sent back for revision.
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