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Director of Program Management - Wireless RF

Location : Warren, New Jersey

About Airspan Networks

Airspan Networks is a leading provider of groundbreaking wireless solutions, enabling connectivity for the next generation of mobile and fixed networks. With a global presence, Airspan focuses on delivering innovative technologies that drive advancements in Open RAN and accelerate 5G adoption worldwide. Backed by strong investments and a team of world-class experts, Airspan supports telecom operators and enterprises in achieving their digital transformation goals.

At Airspan, we're on the cutting edge of 4G and 5G RAN software and hardware development, creating innovative solutions that drive the future of wireless connectivity. With over a million cells deployed worldwide, our disruptive Open RAN platform is transforming carrier networks and critical infrastructure across the globe.

Airspan is more than just a workplace; it's a launchpad for your career. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation, ensuring a bright future for both our company and our employees. Our greatest strength lies in our people—a team of brilliant minds from diverse backgrounds working together to achieve extraordinary results.

With offices in the USA, UK, India, Colombia, Poland, Japan, and Israel, Airspan offers a global working environment that values collaboration, creativity, and excellence. Whether you're based in one of our offices or working remotely, you’ll be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of connectivity.

About the Role

As Director of Program Management, you will lead Airspan’s dynamic and highly experienced Program Management team, working to develop our portfolio of radio base stations that support multiple radio access technologies, including 5G, 4G/LTE, and GSM.

Airspan’s hardware portfolio is built for scalability and reliability, with over 50,000 5G radios and 700,000 4G radios deployed in live networks worldwide. Our solutions meet the demands of public and private networks with unmatched efficiency and performance, spanning dense urban deployments and expansive industrial applications. With proven success in Open RAN interoperability and conformance testing, Airspan continues to innovate and deliver cutting-edge wireless solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direction to team of existing program and project managers, ensuring coordination and smooth interactions within team, with other Airspan stakeholders, and with external agencies that fund development projects (including US Government and other external customers).
• Work closely with Airspan finance and other teams to maintain accurate view of effort and spending on the various programs.
• Monitor status of all radio development programs, including schedule, budget, scope, etc.
• Guide development projects through the Airspan Gate process.
• Work closely with RF Development Director to assess tradeoffs during development to minimize impacts on project cost, product cost, product quality, and schedule.
• Work closely with Operations and NPI teams to ensure model builds go smoothly and on schedule.
• Provide regular status updates to internal stakeholders.
• Work closely with Airspan executive team to manage interactions with US Government to maintain existing and potential future grants.
• Lead planning activities for future US Government grant applications.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary engineering team.
• Experience in new product development.
• Expertise with MS Project, MS Excel, MS Word, & MS Powerpoint.
• Experience interacting with US Government funding bodies administering grants .
• Experience with RF products is a plus.
• Understanding of applicable wireless technologies (e.g., LTE, 5G-NR) and industry standards (e.g., 3GPP) is a plus.

Why Join Us?

At Airspan, you'll work in an environment that values flexibility and innovation. Whether you're an experienced professional or looking to grow your career, you'll be joining a team that prioritizes collaboration and creativity. Be part of a company with a global reach, a strong track record, and an exciting vision for the future of wireless connectivity.

Apply today and help us drive the future of telecommunications!

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