Technical Program Manager- Droid (Structures & Mechanisms)
Core
Drive the EV3 droid program from architecture through prototypes, qualification, and full-rate production for Zipline's autonomous drone delivery system.
Role type
Senior Technical Program Manager (Hardware Systems)
Builds
Next-generation autonomous delivery drones (droids) and their supply chain infrastructure
Domain
Autonomous logistics, drone delivery, electromechanical hardware systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Technical program management, systems engineering, cross-functional team coordination, schedule management, risk mitigation, supplier coordination, process improvement, technical facilitation, hardware lifecycle management
Preferred skills
NPI experience, injection molding/composites knowledge, international supply chain management, engineering degree background
Technologies
Injection molding, thermoplastic/thermoset composites, EPP foam molding, stamping, CNC machining, custom PCB/flex production
Responsibilities
Own the master schedule and critical path for the droid program; coordinate prototype builds, tooling releases, and production ramps; resolve technical and operational bottlenecks; facilitate cross-team architecture reviews and design trade studies; partner with global suppliers to ensure reliable production; develop operational processes and dashboards for failure analysis; drive communication of program status and risks to stakeholders.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC