Technical Program Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Technical Program Manager in Foster City, CA.

Summary:
In this role, you will work cross-functionally with internal teams, and partner closely with our outside contract manufacturers (CMs). You will work with engineering teams to develop program schedules, identify milestones, flag risks, and clearly communicate ongoing progress and risk to cross-functional teams and leadership.

In this role, you will:
* Own end-to-end program management for next-generation hardware development programs, from concept and architecture through EVT/DVT/PVT builds and into production ramp
* Work with cross-functional teams to translate the top-down corporate strategy and milestones into detailed product roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables
* Work closely with cross-functional teams - Hardware (HW), Software (SW), Firmware (FW), Functional Safety, System, Procurement, and Vehicle Development - to align priorities, dependencies, and deliverables, and ensure every team understands what they need to deliver at all times
* Partner closely with outside contract manufacturers (CMs) to plan and execute prototype and engineering builds, drive DFM/DFT feedback into the design, and prepare programs for production ramp
* Establish standard reports and regularly report out to cross-functional teams and leadership on program progress, status, issues/risks, and accomplishments
* Ensure problems are transparent and risks are identified early, and proactively drive risk-mitigation actions to closure with the relevant engineering teams and CMs
* Set agendas for key decisions to be made at each meeting to eliminate bottlenecks and minimize risks
* Support key decisions working cross-functionally across engineering, finance, and strategy to reach the right conclusions

REQUIREMENTS:
* BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline (or equivalent experience), with a strong hardware background
* 6+ years of hardware Technical Program Management or Engineering Program Management experience, with demonstrated end-to-end hardware development experience taking products from concept through EVT/DVT/PVT to production ramp
* Prior experience working with outside contract manufacturers (CMs) through development builds and production ramp
* Strong communication skills, with a proven ability to report program progress and risk clearly and concisely to cross-functional teams and leadership
* Proficient in tools required to manage complex programs (e.g., JIRA, Gantt charts)
* Understands and deals well with rapid development cycles; remains flexible and calm in the face of uncertainty
* Self-motivated and proactive problem-solver
* Demonstrated ability to work closely with cross-functional teams spanning hardware, software, firmware, functional safety, and systems engineering
* Strong preference for candidates with end-to-end development experience in Automotive industry or Consumer Electronics at the systems or sub-system level

Bonus Qualifications:
* MS degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
* Directly managed 2+ full program development cycles for a system with HW and SW integration involved
* TPM experience on production programs during mass production (MP) and post-MP sustaining phases
* Strong references that highlight your ability to build strong working relationships with senior leaders and engineers across functions and departments

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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