Job Description
The Program Manager will lead complex projects to support the adoption of Planet's satellite data platform by government and defense clients, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing proposals, and ensuring successful project delivery and operational scalability.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive complex projects to scale governmental customer adoption of the Planet Platform and data products
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project methodology and strategy
- Develop and deliver proposals for defense intelligence customers by gathering technical inputs and articulating value propositions
- Partner with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, success metrics, and deliverables
- Manage project schedules, scope, risks, costs, and budgets to ensure successful execution
- Provide regular updates to customers and internal teams on project progress and adjustments
- Design and implement processes for operational excellence and scalability
- Monitor and improve business workflows and processes for efficiency
- Manage contracts with subcontractors, including task assignment, deliverable tracking, and budget management
- Measure project performance and customer satisfaction to inform future improvements
Requirements
- Six (6) years of experience in project management experience, including experience supporting proposal development for government or defense-sector customers.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Experience preparing and contributing to technical proposals.
- Experience working with or as part of the Defense and Intelligence community.
- Ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects in a technical or product development setting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to independently manage competing priorities and adapt quickly in dynamic environments.
- A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to balance day-to-day responsibilities with forward-looking improvements.
- This position requires access to export-controlled information, and employment or hiring of a contractor is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.
Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Home Office Reimbursement
Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
Equity
Commuter Benefits (if local to an office)
Discretionary short-term and long-term incentives, bonus, and equity
Salary range (dependent on experience, skills, and location)
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