Deputy Technical Program Manager / Senior Embedded Mentor

About the role

The Deputy Technical Program Manager / Senior Embedded Mentor (DTPM/SEM) supports the Technical Program Manager in delivering a U.S. government‑funded counter‑UAS program in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Acting as the senior on‑site technical lead, the role oversees daily mentoring and training activities, supervises embedded mentors, and ensures technical quality and compliance with program requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day implementation of C‑UAS and UAS surveillance mentoring and training in the Kurdistan Region.
• Supervise embedded mentors, providing technical guidance, coaching, and quality assurance.
• Support mentor development and train‑the‑mentor processes.
• Coordinate activities with Kurdistan Regional Government civilian security counterparts.
• Facilitate information sharing with Federal Iraqi counterparts as directed by CT.
• Develop, adapt, and deliver technical curricula and mentoring frameworks.
• Assist with reporting, risk management, and preparation of technical deliverables.
• Support long‑term sustainment planning and transition to Kurdish‑led operations.
• Serve as acting Technical Program Manager when required.

Required profile

• Strong field leadership and technical mentoring abilities.
• Experience supervising and developing operational or technical staff.
• Demonstrated understanding of C‑UAS and/or UAS surveillance concepts.
• Ability to operate effectively in politically sensitive environments.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Experience conducting classroom and field training.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent.

Required skills

• C‑UAS systems
• UAS surveillance