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Senior Research and Development Program Manager

Los Angeles, CA💼 Full-time💰 $185,000–$245,000🗓 2026-07-30 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead end-to-end program execution for advanced MIMO mesh networking solutions in defense, industrial, and public safety applications, bridging concept through productization.

Role type

Senior R&D Program Manager (Technical Program Management)

Builds

Mission-critical MANET radios and waveform technologies for electronic warfare, RF sensing, and wireless connectivity

Domain

Defense, Public Safety, Industrial, Wireless Communications, Electronic Warfare

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | infrastructure

Required skills

Program management, Hardware/software integration, Cross-functional leadership, Risk management, Strategic planning, Stakeholder communication

Preferred skills

PhD in EE/ECE, Hands-on product development, RF engineering, Networking, Firmware/software integration, Test/validation

Technologies

MANET, MIMO, FPGA, RF, Wireless systems, Electronic warfare

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end program execution across the full engineering lifecycle, Own program definition and scope, Manage schedules and milestones, Facilitate cross-team collaboration, Track risks and dependencies, Prepare executive reports, Hire and mentor personnel

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities

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