Operations Program Manager

Skydio is looking for an Operations Program Manager Intern to join our Hardware team and support the development of the next generation of autonomous flight technology. In this role, you will work alongside technical operations program managers and cross-functional partners to help coordinate hardware development programs from early design through testing, manufacturing, launch, and sustaining. You will gain firsthand experience managing complex technical projects, identifying risks, and helping engineering teams stay aligned around critical milestones. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is excited by hardware, robotics, manufacturing, and the challenge of bringing highly complex products to life. How you’ll make an impact - Support cross-functional hardware development programs spanning engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, testing, and other teams. - Help develop and maintain program plans, schedules, milestones, and action-item trackers. - Coordinate engineering builds, test readiness, supplier activities, and other critical product-development efforts. - Track program progress, identify potential risks or blockers, and help ensure issues are communicated to the appropriate stakeholders. - Prepare clear, concise program updates and help keep cross-functional teams aligned around priorities and upcoming milestones. - Organize and facilitate meetings, document decisions, and follow up with owners to drive action items to completion. - Analyze program data and help create tools, dashboards, or processes that improve visibility and team efficiency. - Take ownership of a scoped program or operational improvement project during your internship. What makes you a good fit - Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, operations, supply chain, manufacturing, business, or a related field. - Interest in hardware product development, robotics, consumer electronics, automotive systems, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing. - Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and details. - Clear written and verbal communication skills, with an interest in working across technical and non-technical teams. - Analytical and comfortable using data to understand problems and inform decisions. - Proactive, resourceful, and willing to take ownership in a fast-moving environment. - Comfortable navigating ambiguity, asking questions, and learning new technical concepts. - Experience with project management, engineering projects, manufacturing, robotics teams, internships, or student organizations is a plus but not required. Compensation The hourly rate for this position is $47/hr for Undergrad, $53/hr for Graduate students, and $58/hr for PhD students*. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Interns are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan.