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Salary: USD 149,659 - 224,437 / annual
Echodyne is seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager to lead the development of test equipment for advanced radar solutions. The company specializes in compact solid-state beam-steering radar technology used in autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), border security, critical infrastructure protection, and smart cities.
In this role, you will lead cross-functional engineering teams to develop hardware and software test equipment that supports Echodyne's business growth and product delivery objectives. You will be responsible for defining, planning, and managing complex development programs from conception through delivery. Your responsibilities include:
• Delivering innovative test equipment products and solutions that exceed customer expectations and advance Echodyne's core radar technology differentiation
• Defining, planning, and managing complex hardware/software development programs
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including software developers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, systems engineers, radar scientists, manufacturing engineers, and sourcing partners
• Tracking and reporting program status, metrics, and progress
• Driving continuous improvements in product development methodologies
• Identifying solutions to challenging programmatic problems that optimize results for Echodyne and customers
• Weighing risks and driving clear decisions based on available information
• Managing external development partners and vendor relationships
• Building collaborative relationships both internally and externally
This is an exempt, full-time position. The role requires someone who can operate effectively in a fast-paced environment and communicate clearly with diverse technical and business stakeholders.
Note: Echodyne's technology is export-controlled by the U.S. Government. Applicants must be willing to identify their citizenship/immigration status (U.S. Citizen, green card holder, or asylum/refugee status in the U.S.) as part of the application process.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, other technical degree, or equivalent work experience
• 8+ years in technical program management
• At least 3 years leading hardware development efforts
• Ability to lead engineering and research teams to achieve objectives
• Experience managing external development partners
• Experience leading hardware and embedded software development programs
• Effective communication and presentation skills
DESIRED EXPERIENCE (one or more as complement to core skills):
• Experience developing test equipment for manufacturing environments
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools or software
• Experience with project management tools such as MS Project, MS Excel, and JIRA
