Principal Technical Program Manager (m/f/d)

The Role

As Principal TPM, you will drive one of the most critical projects in European defense tech: turning legacy vehicles into smart, connected, autonomous assets. Our OS combines hardware and software components—including edge computing units, autonomy kits, GPS/localization modules, and sensor payloads—into a unified retrofit system. Your job is to orchestrate this complexity across internal teams, suppliers, and international partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end delivery of Mithra OS as a hardware-software platform—from requirements to field deployment

• Drive timelines, dependencies, and execution across multiple workstreams: embedded computing, autonomy kits, software interfaces, localization modules, and sensor payloads

• Ensure system-level integration: edge data processing, communications, and compatibility with NATO legacy vehicles

• Coordinate across hardware, software, production, and business units in Germany, UK, and Ukraine

• Translate military and field requirements into clear technical deliverables and milestones

• Manage technical documentation, test plans, compliance, and certification processes

• Maintain high standards for system quality, integration readiness, and field operability

• Serve as the primary internal owner of program-level risk management, trade-offs, and prioritization

Your Profile

• 5+ years in complex tech program/project management, ideally in robotics, defense, aerospace, or embedded systems

• Strong technical understanding of edge computing, sensors, autonomy kits, and hardware/software integration

• Proven track record of delivering multi-disciplinary hardware/software systems on time and in the field

• Experience with defense-grade standards, vehicle systems, or EU/NATO modernization programs is a strong plus

• High attention to detail, structured thinking, and confident decision-making under pressure

• Fluent in English; German or Ukrainian is a plus

• Able to align stakeholders, clear roadblocks, and keep teams focused on execution

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• A shaping role in an emerging dual use company

• Opportunity to work with a highly innovative, international, and dynamic team

• Room for professional growth and development

• Participation in the company's success, with access to regular events, knowledge exchange and meetups

About us

ARX is a dual-use technology company that specializes in developing autonomous unmanned systems and sensors for the European defence sector. Our dual-use unmanned ground systems and sensors assist NATO Armies and civilian first responders in tackling their most challenging problems by providing them with training and information to make better decisions and take effective actions in life-or-death situations.
As our team continues to expand rapidly, we are seeking motivated candidates who are excited to work in a highly energetic, creative, and innovative team dedicated to developing autonomous systems for challenging environments. We operate in a dynamic sector where collaboration, sharing innovative ideas, and developing novel problem-solving strategies are ingrained in our work culture.
If you are passionate about overcoming challenges that have areal impact on the security of our democracies, apply here to join ARX and help shape the future of dual-use technology! 
In addition to a competitive salary package, we offer the opportunity to participate in the company's success. ARX is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.