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Program Manager & Operations Lead

STR's Real-time Architectures, Integration, and Demonstration (RAID) Group is seeking a Program Manager & Operations Lead to coordinate software development efforts across multiple teams for real-time RF sensor systems. The role combines program management—planning, scheduling, budgeting, reporting, and risk mitigation—with operations leadership responsibilities including staff allocation, financial tracking, security/IT coordination, and cross-organizational support.

Skills

  • Program management for software-focused projects
  • Integrated master schedule creation and management
  • Budget management, financial tracking, and forecasting
  • Technical writing and presentation skills for sponsor reviews
  • Risk management and mitigation planning
  • Government reporting and contract compliance
  • Proposal leadership and development experience
  • Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and external stakeholders
  • Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate software development projects across multiple programs within the RAID portfolio
  • Develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules and track program execution
  • Prepare technical reports, status briefings, and deliverables for sponsors and internal reviews
  • Manage program budgets, financial forecasts, and resource allocation
  • Track and manage program risks, issues, and action items; develop and execute mitigation strategies
  • Facilitate communication and collaboration between technical teams, leadership, and customers
  • Lead proposal development efforts including technical approach and scheduling
  • Interface with sponsor Program Managers, technical points of contact, and customer stakeholders
  • Ensure compliance with contract requirements and government regulations
  • Coordinate staff planning and collaborate with operations teams (contracts, finance, security, IT/IA) to support programs
  • Support travel (~20%) for customer meetings, program reviews, and integration events

Education

  • BS, MS, or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related field
  • Experience requirement varies by degree (BS +7 years, MS +5 years, PhD +2 years)

Benefits

  • Competitive salary aligned to market data
  • Collaborative learning environment with impactful technical work
  • Opportunities for professional growth and cross-disciplinary collaboration
  • Equal opportunity employer and reasonable accommodation for applicants
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April 10, 2026
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