Principal Technical Program Manager, Product Integration

Kirkland , United States

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Lead cross-functional teams in delivering innovative radar integration solutions that exceed customer expectations and support business growth objectives.

Radar Reinvented.

Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).


Echodyne is seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager (TPM) with experience in hardware and software product development and system integration to join our team working in a fast-paced environment, developing high-performance commercial radar solutions.  

As Principal TPM for the Product Integration Team, you will have a critical role in Echodyne’s relentless pursuit of delivering advanced radar solutions to our customers.  You will lead cross-functional teams to develop customer-focused integration solutions that contribute to meeting Echodyne’s business growth objectives.  The scope of this role includes working closely with customers and developers to create hardware/software products and standalone IoT software applications.    

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Deliver innovative products and integration solutions that exceed customer expectations and advance Echodyne’s core technology differentiation
  • Define, plan, and manage complex customer integration and demonstration programs
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, systems engineers, radar scientists, and field test engineers
  • Track and report program status and metrics
  • Drive continuous improvements in the Product Integration Team methodologies
  • Other related tasks required to fulfill the needs of the business

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

  • Ability to identify solutions to challenging problems that optimize results for Echodyne and our customers
  • Ability to weigh risks and make clear decisions based on available information
  • Ability to lead engineering and research teams to achieve objectives
  • Experience leading hardware and software development programs
  • Experience leading development programs in collaboration with customers and partners

DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE 
(Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills)
 

  • Experience working directly with customers on system integration projects
  • Basic understanding of radar system functions, operation, and application with respect to various sensor modalities
  • Experience with radar signal processing, radar data processing, and Command & Control (C2) platforms
  • Ability to demonstrate Echodyne’s products, answer questions, and effectively communicate the product and company value propositions
  • Experience using project management tools, such as MS Project, MS Excel, and JIRA
  • Effective communication and presentations skills
  • Ability to build collaborative relationships both internally and externally

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, other technical degree, or equivalent work experience
  • 5 years or more in technical program management

Echodyne’s technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations.  Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S. 

WHAT WE OFFER
The pay range for this position is $145,300 - $217,900 annually.

If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role that’s a great fit for you!

We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:

  • Pre-IPO Stock Options
  • Generous Benefits:
    • Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you 
      • Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
      • Virtual Care – 98Point6
      • Employee Assistance Program
  • Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)
  • Travel Assistance Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability
  • Flexible PTO
  • 401(k) plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • Prepaid Legal Program
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Paid Company Holidays

All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.


 

 

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Equity Compensation: Pre-IPO Stock Options
  • Health Insurance: Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you
  • Other Benefit: Paid Company Holidays
  • Paid Time Off: Flexible PTO

Contribute to Our Success It’s not often you get the chance to change an industry by bringing truly revolutionary technology to market – technology that disrupts existing markets and creates vast new ones. It’s difficult and challenging work, but it’s also exciting, energizing, satisfying, and rewarding! We want to learn more and contribute more than ever before, and have fun while doing so. We want to do great things and be around great people. We want this to be the best job for each of us!  We keep the kitchen well-stocked with food, fruit, and drinks and there are monthly lunches, impromptu barbecues, and seasonal celebrations.  Are you hesitant to fill out an application because you may not fulfill all the requirements? Studies show women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs if they feel their background doesn’t align perfectly with the job description. At Echodyne, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and fair work environment. If you are interested in a position but your background isn’t a perfect match, we strongly encourage you to apply. Even if there isn’t an ideal role for you now, your application will be kept for future opportunities. The right role could be just around the corner!

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