Raft Technical Program Manager at Raft responsible for program health, balancing execution, strategy, and relationship management for DoD-focused development teams. Acts as primary liaison between customers and development teams.
Responsibilities
As a Technical Program Manager, you will take complete ownership of program health—balancing execution, strategy, and relationship management to drive mission success. You will be responsible for leading a fast-moving development team, ensuring contract deliverables are met while navigating evolving priorities and customer needs. This role requires someone who thrives in ambiguity, is comfortable wearing multiple hats across program, project, and product management, and can effectively bridge the gap between technical teams and customer stakeholders.
This is not a narrowly defined or rigid role; instead, it requires someone who is adaptable, proactive, and ready to take ownership of all aspects of program execution.
What we are looking for:
5+ years of experience in program, project, or product management with exposure to Agile development methodologies
Experience working with DoD customers, ideally in the Pacific theater or within US Navy operations
Strong background and expertise in CJADC2 (Combined Joint All Domain Command and Control)
Proven track record of leading RFI/RFP responses and driving strategic business
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment and drive clarity where needed
Proven leadership in development teams, ensuring execution and alignment with customer needs
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience engaging with senior DoD stakeholders
Ability to balance execution and strategy, ensuring both day-to-day success and long-term growth
Highly preferred:
Qualification
5+ years of experience in programExperience working with DoD customersAbility to thrive in fast-pacedProven leadership in development teamsFamiliarity with ATO and RMF processes
Required
5+ years of experience in program, project, or product management
Exposure to Agile development methodologies
Experience working with DoD customers, ideally in the Pacific theater or US Navy operations
Strong background and expertise in CJADC2
Proven track record of leading RFI/RFP responses and driving strategic business
Strong written and verbal communication skills including experience engaging senior DoD stakeholders
Ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environment
Proven leadership in development teams
Preferred
STEM degree or equivalent technical acumen
Familiarity with ATO and RMF processes
Prior experience supporting FFRDC operations delivering research solutions for federal agencies
