
WingXpand is a U.S. aerospace and AI software company that creates powerful smart planes that expand from a backpack. Their flagship products, xRAI and xRAID, are designed for defense, public safety,…

WingXpand is a U.S. aerospace and AI software company that creates powerful smart planes that expand from a backpack. Their flagship products, xRAI and xRAID, are designed for defense, public safety,…
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Program Manager – Robotics Hardware, Software, & Firmware
At WingXpand® Locations: Chicago (Schaumburg), IL
Type Full-time | Open 2/20/26 | Close 3/3/26
About WingXpand WingXpand is Expanding What’s Possible™ with Autonomous Systems, building long-endurance, backpackable smart plane drones and robotics systems that support defense, public safety, disaster response, and commercial missions. Our platforms operate across air, ground, and maritime domains, integrating autonomy, AI-powered sensing, edge computing, and networked systems to deliver real-world intelligence and threat detection. We design, build, and deploy complete systems — hardware, software, and data — and we move fast. As WingXpand scales, we are seeking high performers to grow with our team.
Position Description WingXpand is seeking a Program / Project Manager – Hardware & Software to lead execution across multi-disciplinary engineering teams, including hardware, software, andelectrical engineering. This role is ideal for a technically grounded product manager who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving hard problems, and can move seamlessly between strategy, execution, and customer engagement. You will work hands-on with engineers, executives, and customers to deliver WingXpand’s core products, meet contract milestones, and shape future product roadmaps. This is a high-ownership role with direct visibility to leadership and real impact on fielded autonomous systems.
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What Else You Need To Know To conform to U.S. Government aerospace technology export regulations, applicant must be a 'U.S. Person' (U.S. Citizen or a Permanent Resident/Green Card Holder).
If you are a self-motivated, results-driven individual with a passion for innovation and technology, we want to hear from you!
Apply with your resume and optional cover letter (CV), including the types of engineering or technical roles you have hired.