Shift5
The Data and Cybersecurity Platform for Planes, Trains, and Tanks
Program Manager
Program ManagerProgram ManagerFull TimeRemoteTeam 51-200Since 2019H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn
Location
Virginia
Posted
13 days ago
Salary
$150K - $190K / year
Bachelor DegreeEnglish
Job Description
• Lead and execute defense programs across cost, schedule, technical performance, and contractual compliance.
• Own integrated program plans, schedules, budgets, risk registers, and performance tracking mechanisms.
• Partner closely with engineering, product, growth, finance, legal, and executive leadership to align delivery with customer expectations.
• Drive measurable impact in program predictability, customer satisfaction, and revenue realization.
• Identify and act on opportunities to improve execution rigor, reporting cadence, and cross-functional coordination.
• Navigate DoD acquisition environments including FAR/DFARS contracts, OTAs, and gated technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR).
• Contribute directly to scalable program infrastructure as Shift5 expands across Army, Air Force, and other defense programs.
Job Requirements
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability technical environments.
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional programs valued at $20M+.
- Strong working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM), risk management, and contract compliance principles.
- Comfort operating in regulated, mission-critical, fast-growth environments.
- Excellent executive communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- U.S. Citizenship required; current Active Secret Clearance
- Ability to travel up 20%
Benefits
- Bonus program and equity in a fast-growing startup
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions
- Life Insurance
- Uncapped paid time off policy
- Flexible work & remote work policy
- Tax-deferred public transit benefits with Metro SmartBenefits (DC/MD/VA)
