CareerPlan

Senior Research and Development Program Manager

Los Angeles, CAFull-time$185k–$245k2026-07-30 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid · United StatesUnited States citizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Lead end-to-end program execution for advanced MIMO mesh networking solutions in defense, industrial, and public safety applications, shaping new technology solutions within Silvus' R&D organization.

Role type

Senior R&D Program Manager

Builds

Mission-critical MANET radios and waveform technology for defense, law enforcement, and autonomous systems

Domain

Defense, Public Safety, Wireless Communications, Electronic Warfare

Required skills

Program management, Hardware/software wireless communications, Networking, Electronic warfare, Cross-functional leadership, Risk management, Executive reporting, Team mentorship

Preferred skills

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

Technologies

MANET, MIMO, FPGA, RF, Wireless systems

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end program execution across the full engineering lifecycle, Own program definition, scope and objectives, Own program schedules and milestones, Facilitate cross-team collaboration to resolve blockers, Track risks and dependencies, Drive engineering cadence and communication, Hire, manage, and mentor engineers and program managers

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight