Deputy Program / Product Manager, Raft

• We’re looking for an experienced Deputy Program / Product Manager to support our growing efforts and join our passionate team of high-impact problem solvers
• This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills to ensure contract objectives are met on time and within budget
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Work directly with government customers to set clear expectations, understand the needs and priorities to define and deliver solutions to enable mission outcomes
• Monitor operations across several product teams and contracts to organize and mobilize independent programs toward a unified goal
• Proactively manage risks to projects and client relationships, ensuring a clear and measurable impact on client missions and increasing Raft’s reputation in the GovTech domain
• Monitor and ensure all deliverables across the program are being met—to include MSRs, burn rates, subcontracts, and applicable software deliverables
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in briefing senior executives and government officials
• Experience with Agile project management methodologies
• Clearance Requirements: Active Secret clearance

Desirable

• This is a unique opportunity to help build and shape a game-changing organization where we put our customers and people first
• As a Deputy Program / Product Manager (DPM), you will support and oversee the successful execution of a high-visibility DoD contract
• The DPM will assist the Product Manager (PM) in all aspects of program execution, including contract management, personnel oversight, stakeholder engagement, and technical delivery
• Assist the PM in planning, executing, and managing all aspects of program performance, ensuring alignment with contract requirements and company objectives
• Oversee program deliverables, milestones, and budgets, proactively identifying and mitigating risks
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless contract execution
• Serve as a key point of contact for government customers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
• Assist in managing program staff, ensuring the right talent is assigned to key teams
• Support workforce planning, recruiting, and retention efforts to maintain program continuity
• Monitor program financials, ensuring adherence to budget constraints and contract funding limits
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess program success and areas for improvement
• Support proposal efforts, including cost estimates, work breakdown structures (WBS), and contract modifications