Senior Program Manager - US Defense and Federal Group

Parallel Wireless; Washington; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Parallel Wireless is seeking a Program Manager for the US Defense and Federal Group. The role directs all phases of programs from inception through completion, driving delivery, costs, schedules, and compliance for DoW and USG projects.

Based in the Washington DC area, you will coordinate with customers and subcontractors, establish program plans, manage risk, and grow scope while aligning with EVMS and security requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering or related field with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance (US citizenship required) 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 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.

Responsibilities

• Program Management of DoW and USG programs involving RF, mesh networking, and Open RAN-based 5G/6G solutions for federal and defense applications.
• Coordinate with customers and subcontractors to negotiate and track Statements of Work, milestones, risk registers, schedules, and costs.
• Establish and execute program plans under firm fixed or cost-plus constructs; grow the program by identifying additional scope.
• Collaborate with functional teams to meet or exceed program goals in a dynamic environment.

Skills

Program management

Customer coordination

EVMS

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office suite

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.