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Project Manager, DFR Implementation

BRINC Drones

BRINC Drones

Operations
United States
USD 99k-121k / year + Equity
Posted on May 21, 2025

About BRINC:

At BRINC, we are redefining public safety with an innovative ecosystem of life-saving tools. Our journey started with the development of drones and ruggedized throw phones, designed to access unsafe areas and establish communication to de-escalate situations. Today, we've expanded into creating and deploying 911 response networks, where drones are dispatched to 911 calls to provide real-time visual data, enhancing safety and enabling de-escalation-focused responses. Our cutting-edge solutions are utilized by over 600 public safety agencies across America and the company has raised over $150M from investors, including Index Ventures, Motorola Solutions, Sam Altman, Dylan Field, Mike Volpe, Alexandr Wang and more. At BRINC, we are committed to recruiting the world's best talent to join us in our mission to support first responders in saving lives. We are currently seeking skilled embedded software engineers to develop flight-critical firmware, with a focus on advanced drone pilot assistance features.

About this Role:

BRINC is seeking a dynamic and proactive person to fill the role of Project Manager, DFR Implementation to manage the overall implementation of our Drone as a First Responder (DFR) solution. This “remote” role (strong preference for a candidate residing in the Central or East Coast area of the US) interacts with a customer upon a sales booking and manages the customers’ program rollout from onboarding to live.

The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, experience in managing complex projects, be FAA sUAS 107 certified, & have First Responder operational drone experience or significant nuanced experience in the public safety sector. This role requires at minimum a 50% travel commitment to engage with customers on-site, prior to, during and post implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Planning, managing and rollout of BRINC’s DFR ecosystem

  • Develop project plans, define milestones, manage timelines for the deployment and scaling of BRINC’s DFR & other solutions

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with our customers in the public safety sector to drive customer success and satisfaction.

  • Proactively engage with customers to understand their needs, provide timely service, and address any issues or concerns during implementation.

  • Schedule and conduct ongoing meetings, track performance & provide feedback to both customers and internal stakeholders

  • Work closely with BRINC teams to advocate for customer needs and drive product enhancements based on customer feedback.

  • Travel to customer sites to include, leading customer meetings, site surveys, Air Traffic Control meetings, FAA Waiver coordination, Implementation & Live Rollout

  • Act as a liaison between external partners, public safety agencies, drone operators, technology vendors, and regulatory bodies, ensuring alignment and compliance with all relevant guidelines and standards

  • Identify potential risks in the deployment of drones, including legal, technical, and operational challenges, recommending mitigation strategies

  • Ensure the project complies with building codes, aviation, safety, and data privacy regulations, coordinating with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other regulatory authorities.

  • Stay informed of the latest advancements in drone technology & FAA Rules and Regulations

Qualifications

  • Exceptional Communication & Organizational Skills

  • Proactive and results-oriented work ethic

  • Ability to multitask many projects at a time

  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and drive actionable insights

  • Knowledge of Google Earth mapping functionality or similar software

  • Knowledge of the Google Office Automation suite or similar software

  • Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, and in office the remainder 50%

  • Ability to independently book and manage all aspects of travel, including flights, accommodations, ground transportation, and itineraries.

  • Ability to safely climb and work from ladders at various heights, as needed for the role.

  • Ability to lift and carry heavy objects of varying weights, as required for the role.

  • Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Preferred Skills

  • Prior Law Enforcement Experience

  • FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification

  • Operational Experience with DFR and/or Public Safety Drone Programs

  • Operational experience as a First Responder or Public Safety Sector

  • Technical Proficiency in Drone Hardware and Software

  • Computer & Networking knowledge with the ability to communicate requirements with CIOs, IT Leaders, etc

  • Knowledge of the FAA Waiver Process

BRINC Culture Values:

  • Try the hard stuff

  • Be innovative - Invent the future

  • Move fast

  • Listen to end-users

  • Strive for excellence

  • Don’t build a dystopia

  • Be frugal

  • Save lives through technology

If you’re interested in this role and in joining BRINC, we hope you’ll apply. We’d love to review your application and get to know more about you!

BRINC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering an environment that prioritizes safety, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We are committed to hiring the best talent regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. We empower every employee to do their best work. If you have a disability or special need, please inform our recruiting team—we strive to provide appropriate accommodations and assistance.

Benefits and perks listed below may vary based on the nature of your employment with BRINC and/or the country within which you work

  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for our employees and their families

  • 401K plan

  • Maternity and paternity leave

  • Paid time off

  • Flexible work environment

  • Orca pass (for those in Puget Sound)

  • Free parking (Seattle office)

  • Free snacks, drinks and espresso (Seattle office)

Salary: $99,000 - $121,000

Should you receive an offer, please expect that it can fall anywhere within this range. A multitude of factors will determine a fair salary based on scope of role within the organization, years of relevant experience, specific skills, and evaluation of capability to execute in role successfully (among other critical factors).

Compensation listed below may also be included in an offer. This will be based on the nature of your employment with Brinc and/or the country within which you work

  • Equity (stock options)

  • Relocation bonus