Technical Program Manager - Hardware & Software Product Development

We are seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead complex hardware and software product development initiatives from concept through production release. This role requires a strategic leader who can effectively manage cross-functional engineering teams while balancing scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risk., Program Leadership & Execution

• Lead cross-functional engineering teams to achieve program objectives
• Manage multiple concurrent product development programs
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and work breakdown structures (WBS)
• Monitor scope, timelines, budgets, and program deliverables

Product Development Lifecycle

• Lead teams through the complete New Product Introduction (NPI) lifecycle
• Support requirements gathering, concept development, design reviews, verification & validation (V& V), and production release
• Facilitate technical reviews, gate reviews, and program status meetings
• Drive successful execution of hardware and software development initiatives

Risk & Stakeholder Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks
• Communicate program status, challenges, and mitigation plans to stakeholders
• Build strong relationships across engineering, leadership, and external stakeholders
• Ensure alignment between technical execution and business objectives

Communication & Reporting

• Deliver executive-level presentations on program progress, risks, and milestones
• Develop clear and concise status reporting using PowerPoint and project management tools
• Facilitate technical discussions and decision-making across teams

The ideal candidate brings a strong engineering background combined with proven program management experience, enabling them to drive successful product delivery across multidisciplinary teams including software, electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering., Bachelor’s degree in:

• Computer Engineering
• Computer Science
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

Related technical discipline

• 10+ years of professional experience
• 5+ years of experience as a Program Manager supporting hardware and software product development

Strong understanding of:

• Scope management
• Schedule management
• Cost management
• Risk management
• Stakeholder management
• Experience developing project schedules and work breakdown structures
• Strong presentation and executive communication skills
• Broad engineering background spanning multiple disciplines
• Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing large-scale engineering programs
• Experience working within regulated or government-supported environments
• Strong Agile and product development lifecycle experience
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams

Additional Details

• Hybrid schedule: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote
• 9/80 work schedule
• Requires strong leadership, organization, and communication skills
• Opportunity to lead high-visibility engineering initiatives from concept through production, All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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