Planet · 7 hours ago
D&I Project Manager, Professional Services
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$93K/yr - $117K/yr
4+ years expPlanet is a global company focused on using space to benefit life on Earth through its satellite data solutions. The D&I Project Manager will lead projects aimed at scaling governmental customer adoption of the Planet Platform, working with cross-functional teams to define project methodologies and contribute to business development efforts for defense and intelligence customers.
AerospaceAnalyticsBig DataGeospatialRemote SensingSoftware
Responsibilities
Work closely with Professional Services Engineers, PreSales, Product Management, and other teams to design and deliver reliable platform and data solutions
Lead the development of proposals for D&I customers by gathering technical inputs, articulating value propositions, and aligning with mission needs
Partner with internal and external stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and success metrics
Translate business and technical requirements into actionable and clear deliverables
Scope and manage detailed project schedules; drive execution of project scope; proactively identify and mitigate risks; track project costs and budget
Deliver consistent project updates to customers and internal stakeholders on progress, adjustments and strategy
Design and implement processes for operational excellence and scalability
Continuously improve ways of working and processes by monitoring business workflows and identifying inefficiencies
Manage contracts with subcontractors, including task assignment, deliverable tracking, and budget management
Measure project performance and customer satisfaction to improve future delivery
Qualification
Required
4+ years of experience in project management experience, including experience supporting proposal development for government or defense-sector customers
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Experience preparing and contributing to technical proposals
Experience working with or as part of the Defense and Intelligence community
Ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects in a technical or product development setting
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to independently manage competing priorities and adapt quickly in dynamic environments
A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to balance day-to-day responsibilities with forward-looking improvements
Preferred
Experience developing proposals for federal customers
Understanding of platform development, platform integrations, or geospatial data-as-a-service offerings
Experience with remote sensing, EO data, or imaging technologies
Ability to be proactive in initiating efforts to improve existing processes
Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills
Experience working with globally distributed teams
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Home Office Reimbursement
Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
Equity
Commuter Benefits (if local to an office)
Volunteering Paid Time Off
Company
Planet
Planet is an aerospace and data analytics company that builds small satellites and delivers information about the changing planet.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.03BKey Investors
BlackRockBloombergNEFPrelude Ventures
2025-09-09Post Ipo Debt· $460M
2021-12-08Post Ipo Equity· $200M
2021-12-08IPO
Leadership Team
Will Marshall
Co-Founder & CEO
Robbie Schingler
Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer
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