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Sr Engineering Program Manager I(m/w/x)

Kassel
Full-timeWith Home OfficeExperienced

Driving electromechanical hardware programs from concept to mass production for public safety technology. Complex program management and on-time delivery experience required. Hybrid schedule with remote Mondays, personal development opportunities.

Requirements

  • Strong background managing complex electromechanical programs
  • Navigating hardware development in resource-constrained environments
  • Driving teams toward on-time delivery of durable, high-performance products
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field
  • MBA or MS in Engineering Management a plus
  • PMP certification a plus
  • Proven experience managing hardware product development programs through full product lifecycle
  • Experience in industries involving advanced electromechanical systems preferred
  • Strong technical fluency across mechanical, electrical, and firmware disciplines
  • Experience managing ODM/CM relationships
  • Coordinating manufacturing readiness activities including yield, regulatory certification, and factory acceptance
  • Familiarity with hardware build phases (EVT/DVT/PVT)
  • Familiarity with design freeze processes
  • Understanding tradeoffs in transitioning from development to production
  • Proficiency with program management tools for scheduling, risk tracking, and cross-functional coordination
  • Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g., FCC, CE, UL, MIL-STD)
  • Experience driving products through certification processes
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to identify critical path risks and drive resolution across competing organizational priorities
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to effectively align cross-functional teams
  • Ability to surface tradeoffs to leadership
  • Ability to present program status with clarity and confidence
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Ability to handle high levels of ambiguity and evolving requirements
  • Legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment (some roles)

Tasks

  • Drive hardware programs from concept to mass production
  • Own and manage the master schedule
  • Ensure milestones are met across all program phases
  • Lead cross-functional teams in aligning priorities
  • Deliver cohesive program outcomes
  • Identify and track program risks
  • Proactively mitigate risks before they impact schedule or cost
  • Manage program budget including NRE, tooling, and build costs
  • Maintain alignment between engineering and business commitments
  • Collaborate with domestic and international stakeholders
  • Ensure manufacturing readiness and on-time production ramp
  • Translate complex technical status into clear communication
  • Communicate actionable insights to executives and cross-functional teams
  • Work autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Drive clarity in ambiguous situations
  • Develop program leadership skills in a dynamic learning environment

Work Experience

  • approx. 1 - 4 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degreeOR
  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • program management tools

Benefits

Flexible Working

  • Hybrid schedule
  • Flexibility to work remotely on Mondays

Learning & Development

  • Personal and professional development

Ergonomic Workplace

  • Workplace accommodation assistance

Other Benefits

  • Application and recruiting process accommodation
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