Senior Program Manager Future G

JOB SUMMARY:

Under limited supervision, the Senior Program Manager oversees and coordinates the
wireless/5G/6Goperational, financial, and administrative activities of the Cyber Kinetic Environment (CKE). In this capacity, the role
supports strategic planning, manages program budgets, tracks resource allocation, andensures compliance with organizational and sponsor
requirements, while also coordinating day-to-dayoperations and serving as a key liaison across internal and external teams. In addition, the
position leadsresearch efforts in next-generation mobile communication technologies, with a focus on Beyond 5G and6G systems. This includes
conducting advanced research on physical and MAC layer designs, cellular systems, and air-interface technologies; developing wireless
protocols and algorithms; performingtheoretical and statistical analyses; and contributing to 3GPP standards development. The manager
alsoguides initiatives in dynamic spectrum sharing, produces technical papers and patent applications, and collaborates with both internal
teams and external partners to ensure successful execution of project tasks and milestones.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Conducts advanced research on physical layer, MAC layer, and air-interface design for next-generation mobile systems, including Beyond 5G
and 6G, developing wireless protocols and algorithms throughtheoretical analysis, simulations, and modeling. Performs theoretical and
statistical analysis of channelmodels, implements models, and applies results to support ongoing research initiatives. Prepares technical
reports, presentations, and papers detailing research outcomes, and collaborates with team members topublish findings in scientific journals
and conferences. Supports the development of 3GPP standards contributions and pre-standards efforts with industry and academia, while also
assisting in the generation ofpatents and proprietary technologies.

Serves as the primary liaison between the university and external
stakeholders, including federal agencies(e.g., ACC, AFRL), national laboratories, private sector partners, and academic institutions.
Provides day-today coordination and oversight of all operational and administrative aspects of the Cyber Kinetic Environment(CKE)
wireless/5G/6G area to ensure alignment with strategic goals, and supports the development and implementation of operational policies and
procedures that ensure compliance with institutional and sponsor requirements. Participates in strategic planning with ICASA leadership to
define program priorities, identify growth opportunities, and support long-term sustainability, while maintaining working knowledge of DoD
organizations, terminology, CONOPS, doctrine, and operating concepts related to Information Operationsand Information Warfare. Recommends
staffing structures, supervises and trains program staff, and provides performance management and operational guidance. Represents the
program in stakeholder forums, usergroups, and technical planning meetings to support infrastructure and technology development
requirements. Assists with the preparation and submission of grant proposals, and supports the development of budgets,deliverables, and
research proposals aligned with program objectives. Develops progress reports,assessments, and sponsor updates in collaboration with project
leadership, ensuring timely execution andfollow-through of assigned program initiatives and deliverables. Performs other duties as assigned
in supportof program objectives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering ,
Phyiscs, or related Ph.D. or other doctorate level equivalent.Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work
effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Knowledge of government and private sector policies and
practicespertaining to the selection of organizations for research. Ability to develop and manage project budgets, andto track and project
costs using computer spreadsheet techniques. Skill in organizing resources andestablishing priorities. Skill in examining and re-engineering
operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures. Strategic planning skills.
Knowledge oforganizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures. Knowledge of task structuring and schedulingprinciples and
techniques. Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments. Advanced verbal
and written communication skills. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment. Employee development and performance management skills.
Ability to present new ideas, approaches, and projects to senior decision-makers in government, academia, and industry. US Citizenship.
Active TS/SCI Security Clearance. Valid Driver’s License.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of project
cost analysis principles and techniques. Ability to develop and produce grants and other proposals. Core technical knowledge in 5G/6G
Ability to manage technology development programs involving both software and hardware development PhD or equivalent Knowledge of faculty
and/or staff hiring procedures. Experience in development and buildout of wireless testbed, major field/lab trail. Practical familiarity
with tools and platforms related to commercial and/or open 5G systems.