Engineering Program Manager II
Core
Own the delivery of next-generation counter-UAS engineering solutions from requirements definition through deployment, acting as the primary interface between product management, internal engineering teams, and external development partners.
Role type
Senior Engineering Program Manager (Hardware Solutions)
Builds
Next-generation cUAS engineering solutions and hardware products
Domain
Defense technology / Counter-UAS / Hardware engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Hardware program management, external development partner (ODM/CM) management, requirements translation, cross-functional execution, risk mitigation, budget management, regulatory compliance knowledge, technical fluency in mechanical/electrical/firmware
Preferred skills
PMP certification, MBA or MS in Engineering Management, experience with advanced electromechanical systems
Technologies
Program management tools, EVT/DVT/PVT processes, FCC/CE/UL/MIL-STD compliance frameworks
Responsibilities
Translate product requirements into technical scopes and align internal/external teams; Own master schedules and drive milestones across program phases; Manage vendor scope, technical reviews, and deliverable acceptance; Identify and mitigate program risks related to partner capabilities and component constraints; Manage program budgets including NRE, tooling, and build costs; Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure manufacturing readiness and production ramp.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC