Program Manager CAEO

Dcode is a team of doers dedicated to bridging the gap between the speed of technology and the federal government. We align people, culture, policies, and processes to get tech in the hands of those who need it most. Operating at the nexus of government leaders, emerging tech companies, and venture capital, we turn roadblocks into results. 

Dcode is looking for a passionate Program Manager to help deliver on high impact, data informed programs that strengthen how our defense sector client identifies operational needs, aligns them with strategic objectives, and integrates innovative solutions to improve mission outcomes.You’ll manage a workstream on a project from kickoff to delivery, coordinate resources (including our highly experienced Dcode Field Experts), and work directly with senior government leaders to ensure results.

You’ll help refine and implement the structures, processes, and analytical workflows that enable the team to move from identifying operational or academic challenges to delivering effective, data-driven solutions. This includes applying agile principles to defense problem- solving, and identifying opportunities to streamline processes that enhance mission readiness. One day you might be planning an iterative delivery sprint and the next facilitating a stakeholder workshop. It’s fast-paced, meaningful work for someone who thrives on making things happen.

Salary range: $98,000-$130,000 plus bi-annual bonuses.

Secret clearance or higher preferred. Eligibility for clearance is required.

Job Responsibilities

Client Success

• Become a trusted partner for our federal clients as they work to strengthen operational readiness, academic engagement, and knowledge transfer.
• Anticipate emerging needs across the team's lines of effort: academic engagement, and innovation, and develop targeted, scalable solutions.
• Offer creative, practical ideas for improving how the government operates—across policy, acquisitions, finance, culture, and processes—to make it more agile and innovative.
• Facilitate workshops, write assessments, and turn complex information into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Collect feedback and act on it to continuously improve the client experience.

• Manage day-to-day delivery for assigned workstream(s), producing high quality deliverables and measurable outcomes for your clients.
• Define and track performance metrics to evaluate progress towards objectives, ensuring Dcode’s support drives outsized mission and organizational value.
• Lead Organizational Change Management (OCM): initiatives for digital adoption, training, communication, and culture change.
• Apply agile principles to plan, execute, and adapt projects based on real-time feedback.
• Identify and help implement automation opportunities to make processes faster and more efficient.
• Lead workforce management IT System transformation, redesign processes, requirements elicitation, and use-case development. 
• Coordinate closely with Dcode leadership and Field Experts to bring the right expertise into projects at the right time.
• Track progress against milestones and communicate updates clearly and frequently to internal and external stakeholders.

Operational Improvement

• Capture lessons learned and recommend process improvements.
• Track performance data and user feedback to help refine workflows.
• Support efforts to remove policy, contracting, and operational barriers.

• Understand and manage contract terms to ensure compliance at all times.
• Flag risks early and work with leadership to resolve them quickly.
• Implement solutions that make delivery more efficient and scalable.

KEY SKILLS

• 5+ years of relevant work experience required
• Federal or Department of War (DoW) work experience preferred.  
• Knowledge of federal government processes and comfort with agile project management.
• Experience interfacing directly with senior federal and DoW leaders with the professionalism, discretion, and situational awareness required to navigate high-stakes discussions and drive alignment across diverse priorities.
• Experience leading initiatives on client-facing projects from start to finish.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple moving parts.
• The ability to challenge assumptions respectfully and offer better ways forward.
• Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills.
• A track record of problem-solving, working independently, and delivering results.

You’ll love it here if:

• Thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven environments.
• Love figuring out how to make big, complex things run smoothly.
• Are energized by working with smart, passionate teammates.
• Don’t wait for permission to fix problems or seize opportunities.
• Can give and take feedback without ego.
• Bring energy, creativity, and persistence to everything you do.

We look for resilient hustlers: 

Our CEO busted her face on the balance beam in college and got back up… our CRO has knocked on a thousand doors, was rejected 999 times, and kept on knocking... What is your story? 

Equal Opportunity Statement

We provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, or disability status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We believe diversity is a strength and aim to build an innovative and welcoming culture where people from all backgrounds feel respected and included. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has the tools, resources, and opportunities to excel.