Deputy Program Manager

Overview

Riverside Research is an independent National Security Nonprofit dedicated to research and development in the national interest. We provide high-end technical services, research and development, and prototype solutions to some of the country’s most challenging technical problems. All Riverside Research opportunities require U.S. Citizenship.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Deputy Program Manager to provide Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) for advanced radar system programs while also driving business growth and financial accountability. You will support the Government customer overseeing complex program life cycles, manage multidisciplinary technical teams, and provide strategic guidance, technical leadership, and program oversight. This role also plays a critical part in business development and capture activities, shaping proposals, supporting cost estimating, and maintaining program profitability.

It requires radar domain expertise and the ability to translate technical solutions into executable, cost-effective programs. It includes direct supervisory responsibilities, providing leadership, mentorship, and performance oversight for technical and program staff.

• Provide programmatic expertise and advice to government customers, assisting the Government to lead end-to-end program execution for radar development, integration, test, and deployment.
• Serve as deputy to the Program Manager, leading day-to-day operations and acting as a key decision-maker in their absence.
• Act as primary interface with government and industry, ensuring alignment with technical and contractual requirements.
• Direct cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions on schedule and within budget.
• Identify, track, and mitigate program risks while capitalizing on opportunities.
• Drive compliance with DoD acquisition policies, standards, and contractual obligations.
• Travel up to 25%.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Supervise a multidisciplinary team of engineers, analysts, and program support staff.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance reviews, and career development discussions.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities to team members.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence.
• Manage staffing plans, resource allocation, and workload distribution to ensure project success.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and quality procedures.

• Identify, qualify, and capture new business opportunities within radar, sensor, and defense technology domains.
• Develop and execute strategic capture plans in coordination with business development and engineering teams.
• Lead proposal efforts, including solution development, pricing strategies, and customer engagement.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Support customer briefings, demonstrations, and technical interchange meetings to advance pursuit strategies.

• Develop and manage program financial plans, including budgets, forecasts, and earned value reporting.
• Oversee preparation of cost estimates, Basis of Estimate (BOE) documentation, and pricing strategies for proposals.
• Monitor contract funding, expenditures, and margins; ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting.
• Partner with Finance and Accounting teams to assess performance, variances, and corrective actions.
• Support audits and customer financial reporting requirements.

• A minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelors degree, 6 years with a Masters degree, a PhD with 3 years experience, and 3 years of experience leading teams in radar systems, defense, or aerospace programs.
• Active TS/SCI U.S. Government security clearance.
• Proven record of managing complex DoD programs with direct customer engagement.
• Strong technical understanding of radar systems (RF, signal processing, integration, software).
• Demonstrated experience in cost management (EVM, forecasting, BOE preparation).
• Hands‑on involvement in business development and capture activities.
• Exceptional…