Senior Program Manager – Government

AT&T

. Lead end-to-end program execution for a complex Federal advanced wireless technology program from planning and design through integration, testing, field demonstration, acceptance, and closeout .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeChantilly • Virginia • United StatesSenior💰 $79,300 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex Federal advanced wireless technology programs, including end-to-end execution, program integration, and stakeholder management. Proficient in managing schedules, budgets, and technical interfaces while ensuring compliance with Government contracting and cybersecurity standards.

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Program Management Professional (PMP)5G/6G Technology KnowledgeGovernment Contracting ExperienceIntegrated Master Schedule DevelopmentRisk and Change Management

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Hard Skills

Program ExecutionSystems IntegrationTechnical Program IntegrationMilestone-Based DeliveryBudget MonitoringField DeploymentAcceptance Requirements ManagementCross-Team Dependencies ManagementCybersecurity Principles3GPP Standards Familiarity

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationStakeholder ManagementProblem-SolvingReporting

Tools & Technologies

APIsEdge ComputingRANO-RANAdvanced Wireless Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP

Industry Keywords

Federal ProgramsDepartment of DefenseZero TrustSecure-By-Design PrinciplesEmerging Wireless Technologies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end program execution for a complex Federal advanced wireless technology program from planning and design through integration, testing, field demonstration, acceptance, and closeout
Lead technology programs from laboratory proof of concept through systems integration, field deployment, testing, and operational demonstration
Serve as the primary program integration point across AT&T, Government customers, technology suppliers, subcontractors, university/research partners, and internal engineering and operations teams
Develop and manage the Integrated Master Schedule, contractual milestones, deliverables, critical-path activities, resources, and cross-team dependencies
Drive technical program integration across 5G/6G, RAN, ISAC, edge computing, APIs, security, spectrum, and laboratory and field environments
Lead risk, issue, dependency, and change management, including mitigation, corrective actions, escalation, and recovery plans
Manage customer, supplier, and subcontractor performance, technical interfaces, deliverables, and acceptance requirements
Monitor program financial performance, including budgets, forecasts, supplier commitments, resources, and cost and schedule impacts
Provide executive and customer-facing program leadership and reporting, translating technical, schedule, financial, and operational information into status, recommendations, decisions, and actions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, Program Management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant professional experience
Experience supporting U.S. Government or Department of Defense programs
Experience with Government contracting, subcontractor management, milestone-based delivery, and customer acceptance
8 years of relevant experience
PMP or equivalent program-management certification
Working knowledge of advanced wireless and network technologies such as 5G/6G, RAN, and O-RAN
Familiarity with 3GPP standards, cybersecurity, Zero Trust, secure-by-design principles, and emerging wireless technologies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T wireline phone
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities