Program Manager (***Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible for a U.S. Government security clearance***)

Qualcomm

Actively hiring
San Diego, CA Posted 67 days ago $126,400–$189,600 / year
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Qualcomm Government Technologies is hiring a junior Program Manager to support its U.S. government projects, requiring a strong background in both program management and technical expertise. This role involves managing small projects, assisting senior PMs with complex programs, and ensuring successful execution through meticulous scheduling, risk management, and stakeholder communication. The candidate will prepare presentations, write reports, and develop contract deliverables while leading proposal teams to respond to RFPs. Key skills include proficiency in GANTT charts or Agile methodologies like JIRA, Scrum, and Kanban, along with experience in government contracting and classified programs. Ideal candidates have a Master's degree in engineering or computer science, 3-5 years of program management experience, and a Top Secret security clearance.

Skills

JIRA Confluence Agile Scrum Kanban GANTT Microsoft_Project Microsoft_Office PMP CSM Government_contracting Wireless_telecommunications Digital_signal_processing

What you'll do

  • Manage small projects and support senior Program Managers in complex government programs.
  • Prepare and maintain project schedules to meet milestones effectively.
  • Lead or support internal and customer program reviews, creating necessary presentations and reports.
  • Develop estimates and prepare responses to RFPs for proposal teams.
  • Communicate regularly with upper management and stakeholders on program status and risks.
  • Interface with various internal groups like Engineering, Contracts, Finance, and Procurement to achieve objectives.

What we're looking for

  • At least 2 years of Program Management or related work experience.
  • Proven ability to manage technical projects with a focus on timely delivery.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project and other Microsoft Office applications.
  • Experience in government contracting and classified programs.
  • Hands-on scheduling proficiency using GANTT charts or Agile tools/methodologies.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills for diverse audiences.
  • Ability to lead proposal teams and develop estimates for customer RFPs.

Market check

Salary context

This $126,400–$189,600 range sits above 36% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$117,000–$220,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$137,925–$195,306

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

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About Qualcomm

Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.

Qualcomm currently has 595 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $148,300–$222,500 across 540 roles with salary data.

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