Program Manager (Homeland Layered Defense), Public Sector
$233k - $291k • Washington, DC
Posted 1mo ago
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Applied AI Engineer
About the job
Scale's public sector business is focused on delivering cutting-edge agentic AI to orchestrate portfolio management for homeland defense. We are seeking a Program Manager (PgM) to lead and own the execution for Scale's portfolio of clients dedicated to the layered defense of the United States. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring deep technical understanding, strong customer relationship management, and the ability to drive change in fast-moving, mission-driven environments. You will be instrumental in solving complex problems by working closely with our engineering team.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the contractual and internal program lead for large-scale public sector engagements, integrating multiple sub-efforts.
- Manage relationships with senior government stakeholders to ensure contractual obligations, performance metrics, and reporting requirements are met.
- Oversee relationships with subcontractors to ensure successful prime contract delivery.
- Lead formal engagements including contract reviews, customer program syncs, performance assessments, and reporting cycles.
- Lead and supervise a team of 3-4 delivery managers responsible for day-to-day customer engagement.
- Oversee a technical delivery team to align product roadmaps with evolving customer needs.
Requirements
- Active TS/SCI clearance.
- 10+ years of professional experience, preferably managing complex technical programs for DoD or national security customers.
- Proven ability to lead large, cross-functional efforts involving delivery, contracts, and customer teams.
- Obsession with establishing and driving adoption of programmatic systems and processes, with the ability to influence and manage change.
- Familiarity with FAR-based contracts and program structures (e.g., IDIQs, task orders, OTAs).
- Strong business acumen, including managing performance metrics, contract deliverables, and program budgets.
- Track record of high ownership in ambiguous environments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly with senior government stakeholders.
- Deep curiosity about agentic AI and its application to homeland layered defense.
- Willingness to travel up to 25%.
Benefits
- Base salary, equity, and benefits.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement benefits.
- Learning and development stipend.
- Generous PTO.
- Potential eligibility for a commuter stipend.