Program Management Office Director

Program Management Office Director

As a Program Management Office Director, you will be a critical member of the Persistent Program Team charged with leading and supporting development efforts while fostering business growth through customer service. You will develop and execute a Technical Program Management Plan for DoD programs and other Government / Intelligence Operations / International / Non-Government agencies. You will play a pivotal role in communicating with external customers, and internal personnel at all levels regarding business case, strategic alignment, team progress, and technical solution approaches. You will be integral in supporting program development as you will have insight into customer challenges and program needs and will work closely across the entire Persistent Systems team including Field Operations, Product Management, Engineering, and Quality.

Position Responsibilities

• Providing senior-level program and technical leadership to achieve program goals and objectives that align with Persistent Systems' strategic objectives
• Developing and mentoring staff that are directly and indirectly aligned, and based at multiple locations
• Collaborating with technical team to resolve technical issues escalated from customer locations
• Contributing to program effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-term issues; providing information and commentary pertinent to deliberations; and recommending options and courses of action
• Developing long-term customer relationships with program clients through managing and interpreting their requirements
• Maintaining and developing relationships with partner companies to ensure a cohesive network architecture
• Providing program plans that include scope, scheduling, cost inclusion, and performance
• Planning for risks which include developing strategies for dealing with potential risks
• Leading and supporting responses to RFI / RFP / White papers and other similar customer requirements
• Maintaining expert knowledge of Persistent Systems products to evaluate and maintain program objectives
• Working closely with Engineering by providing feedback from information gathered during program support activities
• Communicating Persistent Systems' solutions to varying technical and non-technical clients, including executive "C" level management, VP, and Director levels, and end-users
• Coaching and mentoring direct / matrixed-assigned personnel, e.g. Senior Program Managers, Program Managers, Project Managers, and Project Specialists

Job Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

The base pay for this role can vary from $201,000 to $256,000 a year based on individual qualifications. Eligibility for yearly discretionary bonus. Persistent Systems, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off (sick time and vacation time); flexible spending accounts; 401(k) plan with company match; fitness membership reimbursement; tuition assistance; mental health benefits; and pet discounts.

Company Overview

Persistent Systems is a growing business that develops Mobile Ad hoc Networking (MANET) wireless radio systems for Government and commercial applications. The radios are typically worn on the person, mounted to manned vehicles, integrated into autonomous unmanned vehicles, or installed at fixed sites. The systems provide on-the-move data, voice, video, and situational awareness capability. Located in the heart of New York City, Persistent Systems is an exciting company that is passionate about delivering cutting edge products.