Senior Program Manager - US Defense and Federal Group

OpenKrill; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Parallel Wireless is seeking a Program Manager for the US Defense and Federal Group. The Program Manager directs all phases of programs from inception through completion and will drive execution to achieve key business objectives for orders, revenue recognition, operating income, and free cash flow.

Based in the Washing DC - Baltimore Area, the role focuses on Open RAN and RF technologies for federal and defense applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering or similar field with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance (US citizenship required) or holding an active SECRET/TOP SECRET clearance.
• Experience managing DoW development projects for RF communications, networking, or cellular applications.
• PMP certification and knowledge of EVMS and US DoW project management practices.
• Experience using Microsoft Project and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal skills; RF technical background with business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Direct all phases of programs from inception through completion for DoW and USG programs.
• Drive program execution to achieve orders, revenue recognition, operating income, and free cash flow.
• Coordinate with customers and subcontractors to negotiate and track Statements of Work, milestones, risk register, schedule, and cost variances.
• Establish and execute program plans in firm fixed or cost-plus constructs.
• Grow the program by identifying and capturing additional or follow-on scope.
• Collaborate with functional teams to meet or exceed program contract goals.

Skills

PMP certification

EVMS knowledge

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Security clearance

RF communications

US government procurement

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering or similar

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Parallel Wireless is reimagining mobile networks with innovative, energy-efficient Open RAN solutions. Join us as we lead the future of telecommunications, driving innovation through green and sustainable networks. Learn more about our mission, vision and values.

Parallel Wireless is seeking a Program Manager for the US Defense and Federal Group. The Program Manager directs all phases of programs from inception through completion. They will drive program execution to achieve key business and financial objectives for orders, revenue recognition, operating income, and free cash flow for new, continuing, or current programs. The position is based in Washing DC - Baltimore Area.

Key Responsibilities:

- Program Management of DoW and USG programs involving mesh networking solutions including Open RAN based 5G/6G solutions for federal and defense applications.

- Accountable for cost, schedule, and technical performance of the program through all phases, from inception to completion.

- Coordinate with customers and subcontractors to negotiate, finalize, and track Statements of Work, milestones, risk register, schedule, and cost variances.

- Establish and execute program plans in a firm fixed or cost-plus program constructs.

- Grow the program by proactively identifying and capturing additional and/or follow-on scope.

- Work collaboratively with the functional organizations and empower teams to meet and/or exceed program contract goals.

- Operate within a highly dynamic and changing environment and adapt to shifting customer and company strategic priorities.

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in el.ectrical engineering or similar engineering field with a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience

- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship under federal law, or currently hold an active SECRET or TOP SECRET clearance.

- Experience managing DoW development projects for RF communications, networking, or cellular applications.

- Project Manager Professional (PMP) certification.

- Knowledge of US DoW and Government Project Management practices and Earned Value Management (EVMS).

- Experience using Microsoft Project and the Microsoft Office suite of applications.

- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal skills.

- Technical background in RF communications with strong business acumen.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Parallel Wireless is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Parallel Wireless is expanding the ecosystem for Open RAN with the GreenRAN energy-efficient Hardware-Agnostic technology. Deployed worldwide, our comprehensive 2G/3G/4G/5G Macro RAN solutions enhance network security while reducing operating expenses. As pioneers of Open RAN, we prioritize innovation, flexibility, and sustainability to help build a more connected, and green networks. Headquartered in the USA with global R&D centers, we are proud to serve over 60 customers worldwide and have been recognized with over 100 industry awards. Our mission is to accelerate GSMA’s Mobile Net Zero initiative by reducing TCO and driving innovation across the telecom ecosystem. Learn more at www.parallelwireless.com. Parallel Wireless embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building inclusive and diverse teams representing all backgrounds, with a wide range of perspectives, and empowering industry-leading skills. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. Parallel Wireless does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies or individuals. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Parallel Wireless employees, or any other company location. Parallel Wireless is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.