The Role Leads enterprise technical programs for wireless core engineering, managing projects from intake through deployment. Responsibilities include cross-functional team leadership, executive communications, project financials, scope, dependencies, risks, governance, vendor relationships, and distributed delivery teams. The role requires overseeing large-scale wireless network deployments and integrating LTE and 5G Core technologies while using AI-driven tools for schedule, risk, and portfolio management. Summary Generated by Built In The Staff Technical Program Manager leads enterprise delivery of core technical projects within Boost Mobile's Core Engineering team. This role resolves complex delivery friction across internal teams and third-party partners while managing executive expectations and project financials. Additionally, the position bridges high-level executive strategy with technical execution to deploy mission-critical wireless core technologies. What Success Looks Like (Objectives): Own enterprise technical projects from intake through deployment to deliver core portfolio initiatives on time and within budget Direct cross-functional program teams, aligning project execution with overarching Core Engineering operational key results Manage executive-level communications, escalation pathways, and strategic alignment with C-level stakeholders Control project financials, scope, dependencies, and risk mitigation strategies across the entire project lifecycle Leverage program management AI tools to optimize schedule tracking, risk forecasting, and portfolio reporting workflows Core Skills, Competencies, and Key Experiences (What you'll bring) Strategic executive presence with the ability to influence C-level stakeholders and establish cross-functional trust Deep critical experience leading large-scale wireless network deployment initiatives amid changing priorities Proficiency in applying AI-driven project management methodologies and predictive risk tracking tools Strong capability to document requirements, establish project governance, and maintain delivery momentum Advanced expertise managing third-party vendor relationships along with distributed onshore and offshore delivery teams

Additional Qualifications:

Experience delivering enterprise, B2B, or network-infrastructure programs within a mobile network operator or MVNO environment Deep familiarity with 5G Core and 5G network architecture integration Advanced proficiency with program management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or Smartsheet Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview.

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, a technical degree, or equivalent experience

Minimum Experience:

10 years of experience managing wireless network deployment projects

Required Technical Skills:

Must have at least 10 years of experience with: PMP certification with Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies Mobile core network technologies including LTE and 5G Core Cross-functional program management and vendor oversight

Salary Range Compensation:

$110,100.00/Year - $157,300.00/Year About Our Department Our Wireless Technology team is pioneering the future of connectivity. We're developing and enhancing a unique hybrid network model—combining our advanced, cloud-native 5G core with the nationwide reach of our partners. This approach ensures our network is flexible and powerful, designed to satisfy the social, economic, and transformative needs of the changing world. About Our Company EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products. Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV. Benefits We offer meaningful health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) plan with company match, employee stock purchase plan, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan.

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