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Program Manager

Work Type/Locations: Hybrid in Fairfax, VA

About goTenna
goTenna is the world's leading mobile mesh networking company, providing off-grid connectivity solutions for smartphones and other devices, as well as augmenting traditional communications networks. This technology enables mobile, long-range connectivity without cell, Wi-Fi, or satellite connectivity. goTenna's products are currently in use by law enforcement, military, and public safety agencies worldwide. goTenna is a wholly owned subsidiary of Forterra, a leading provider of ground autonomy solutions for the US Department of Defense and other organizations.

About the role:

The Program Manager is responsible for coordinating complex customer-facing programs and internal IRAD initiatives from concept through deployment, partnering with government customers and cross functional teams to deliver innovative communications solutions that drive mission success and support goTenna's long-term product strategy. This is both a strategic and a tactical role which requires a close partnership with technology developers, product, business stakeholders, executive management, and others. The Program Manager will have strong collaboration, communication, leadership, planning and execution skills. Preparing and delivering executive presentations, generating and delivering reports, identifying and measuring KPIs, and running effective and useful meetings will be key components of the job. This role reports to the Vice President of Program Management.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work directly with peers and goTenna’s government customers to lead and execute strategic development and integration of goTenna off-grid networking technology to drive mission impact.
• Develop, track, and analyze detailed work plans, schedules, estimates, resource plans, and status reports.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams through planning, execution, risk management, and customer engagement.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards for program deliverables and to government contract requirements.
• Coordinate meetings, test events, and demonstrations to showcase technical capabilities to customer audiences.
• Lead contractual agreement drafting with partners and vendors related to program delivery.
• Manage the integration of vendor tasks and track and review vendor deliverables.
• Identify program risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively communicate impacts to stakeholders.
• Develop and communicate multiple program roadmaps internally and diligently update internal data systems.
• Effectively communicate in-flight and planned programs with metrics, KPIs, risks, dependencies, obstacles, and mitigation plans.

Required Experience:

• Five (5) + years of technical program management experience background; working with contracts and contract language a plus.
• Experience supporting DoD, DHS, CBP, Air Force, SOCOM, and/or other local, state, or Federal Government agencies.
• Experience managing government programs and developing and strengthening key customer relationships.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment across large organizations and negotiating tradeoffs.
• Experience in core program management disciplines including scope, schedule, budget, resources, quality and risk management.
• Excellent communication skills, including oral, written and presentation.

Preferred Experience:

• PMP Certification
• Technical experience related to hardware and software development, networking, or wireless communications
• Experience working for a product development company
• Experience working in agile/SCRUM environments
• Experience with modern project management and collaboration tools (Jira, Confluence, MS Planner, Salesforce, or equivalent).

ITAR: U.S. Citizen or Green Card Required

CLEARANCE ELIGIBILITY - This position may require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. For more information about U.S. Security Clearances: click here.

Placement at the appropriate job level (entry, senior, etc) will be determined by a combination of years of experience, demonstration of proficiency in this field, and other qualifications.

goTenna is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

goTenna Benefits:

• Equity
• 401(k) plan
• Unlimited PTO
• Parental Leave with Pay
• Holiday pay (including December recess)
• Medical, Dental, Vision and life insurance
• Pre-tax benefits
• Short- and Long-term disability plans
• Professional Development Stipend

goTenna is the world's leading mobile mesh networking company, providing off-grid connectivity solutions for smartphones and other devices, as well as augmenting traditional communications networks. This technology enables mobile, long-range connectivity without cell, Wi-Fi, or satellite connectivity. goTenna's products are currently in use by law enforcement, military, and public safety agencies worldwide. goTenna is a wholly owned subsidiary of Forterra, a leading provider of ground autonomy solutions for the US Department of Defense and other organizations.