Technical Program Manager (Hybrid- Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD)
About The Position
Fairwinds Technologies is seeking a Technical Program Manager – International Site Deployment to lead the planning, coordination, and oversight of overseas technical site deployments in support of Department of Defense and commercial customers. This role manages the full deployment lifecycle for international telecom, SATCOM, and networked infrastructure sites including planning, partner/subcontractor coordination, logistics, site readiness, integration support, and operational turnover. The Program Manager works closely with engineering teams, logistics providers, installation partners (e.g., AST or local subcontractors), and customer stakeholders to ensure systems are successfully fielded, integrated, and activated in international environments. This position supports multiple efforts, including DIU task orders and other international deployment initiatives, and reports under the R&D Program Manager IV.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (or master’s degree) in Engineering, Telecommunications, Operations Management, Logistics or related fields.
- Minimum 8+ years of experience in program management, project management, or operations coordination
- Experience supporting telecom, SATCOM, networked systems, or infrastructure programs
- Experience coordinating site deployments or field operations (not necessarily performing installations)
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent activities and stakeholders
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Willingness to travel internationally
- U.S. Citizenship and an active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret/ SCI security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Satellite communications, RF systems, networking, or telecom background
- Experience with overseas installations or field operations
- Familiarity with government or defense programs
- Experience working with installation vendors or subcontractors
- Knowledge of basic networking concepts (IP networking, routers, connectivity)
- Experience with logistics or supply chain coordination
- Experience supporting DoD SBIR projects or similar government-funded R&D efforts.
Responsibilities
- Plan and coordinate international deployment activities for telecom/SATCOM or related fielded infrastructure systems
- Lead or support site readiness assessments (power, connectivity, environmental considerations, access, facility preparation)
- Coordinate shipment, logistics, and delivery of equipment to overseas locations
- Oversee and synchronize installation activities executed by partners, subcontractors, or local vendors
- Support integration, testing, and activation by coordinating between engineering teams and on-site personnel
- Collaborate with partner organizations (ex. AST) to ensure site buildout aligns with requirements and schedules
- Support site verification, acceptance, and transition to operational status aligning with DoD requirements
- Coordinate international logistics, shipping, customs, and export compliance with vendors and partners
- Support travel planning and deployment team coordination
- Interface with government reps, local partners, host-nation entities, and commercial site owners
- Track equipment inventory and configuration across deployment sites
- Assist in contingency planning for delays, access issues, or emergent operational risks
- Coordinate international shipping, customs, and export compliance activities
- Support travel planning and deployment team coordination
- Interface with government representatives, local partners, and host organizations
- Track equipment inventory and configuration at each site
- Support contingency planning for deployment delays or site issues
- Maintain deployment risk and issue tracking
- Identify site readiness or partner execution risks and develop mitigation strategies
- Elevate critical blockers affecting deployment schedules
- Coordinate technical troubleshooting between engineering teams and on-site personnel
- Track labor and travel expenditures against plan
- Support bi-weekly program status reporting
- Assist with task order execution tracking
- Maintain deployment documentation and configuration records
Benefits
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects, including
- DoD SBIR initiatives.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Professional development and growth opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
