Program Manager

Picogrid

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Program Manager at Picogrid, you will be accountable for the success of complex, multi-deployment programs spanning products, teams, and operational environments. Many of Picogrid’s highest-impact efforts are not isolated—they involve multiple deployments operating in parallel, shared infrastructure, and tightly coupled outcomes. These activities often operate in live or mission-critical environments, where execution speed and alignment directly impact outcomes. This role is responsible for ensuring those efforts come together into a cohesive, successful program. You will operate across teams, connecting workstreams and maintaining momentum across interdependent efforts. This includes close collaboration with Deployment Strategists, Government Solutions, and Engineering leads to ensure alignment, visibility, and execution at every level. This is a role for someone who can step into ambiguity, understand the full system, and own outcomes across a network of ongoing activities to ensure that critical efforts move forward—without waiting for perfect information.

Requirements

Experience driving complex, cross-functional efforts involving multiple teams or workstreams
Think in terms of systems and outcomes, not just individual tasks
Track record of being directly accountable for outcomes—not just contributing to team efforts
Highly effective in ambiguous, fast-moving environments and can create clarity across groups
Collaborative and low-ego—work through others to achieve shared success
Strong judgment and can prioritize across competing demands
Take ownership of outcomes, especially when responsibility is distributed
10+ years of experience in program management, operations, consulting, deployment, or similar roles
Demonstrated experience owning and delivering complex, cross-functional programs involving multiple stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to drive execution in ambiguous or high-pressure environments
Experience operating in dynamic or high-pressure environments
Technical fluency—you can effectively work with engineering teams (without needing to be an engineer)
Willingness to travel (often 25–75% depending on program needs)
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Nice To Haves

Experience working with the U.S. military, Department of Defense, or national security programs
Background in defense tech, autonomy, robotics, or C2 systems
Experience managing government programs, contracts, or field deployments
Prior experience at a startup or high-growth company
Active or eligible for a U.S. security clearance

Responsibilities

Lead execution of programs such as multi-site operational deployments, integrated sensor-to-operator workflows, or cross-product pilot efforts with government partners
Translate high-level objectives into coordinated plans, timelines, and priorities across workstreams
Drive alignment across Deployment Strategists, Government Solutions Leads, Engineering Leads, Customer Stakeholders, and Partner company representatives to align execution
Identify dependencies and risks across efforts and proactively drive resolution
Ensure insights from deployments are captured, shared, and reflected across the broader program
Maintain clear visibility into program status, tradeoffs, and outcomes for internal and external stakeholders
Drive preparation and execution of multi-site deployments, exercises, and pilots
Ensure coordination with government partners and external stakeholders as programs evolve
Step in where needed to unblock progress and maintain forward momentum

Benefits

Base salary range: $150k- $230k per year. Base salary is just one part of your total compensation package at Picogrid.
Significant stock options with a high potential upside as an early-stage company
401(k) with employer matching
Full health coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance)
Relocation assistance provided (if applicable)
Unlimited PTO (two-week minimum) and 11 paid holidays per year
Paid parental leave for both parents
Lunch provided when working in-office and a fully stocked kitchenette
Free EV charging at the HQ
Unique office in El Segundo, CA stocked with quality coffee, snacks, and craft beer