Principal Technical Program Manager – Technology, Process, and Supplier Development (TPD)

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).

Proven ability to lead complex, multistakeholder development programs involving custom or emerging technologies

Experience driving supplier qualification, onboarding, and development efforts for hardware components or assemblies

Strong understanding of hardware development lifecycles, design-for-manufacturing principles, and supplier engagement models

Highly proficient in building and managing integrated project plans, tracking risk and performance, and driving execution through influence

Excellent communication and documentation skills; able to translate complex requirements across technical and nontechnical stakeholders

Strong organizational awareness and ability to manage ambiguity in fast-paced environments

Background in radar, RF systems, aerospace, automotive, or complex electromechanical systems

Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools such as Arena or Windchill

Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., MS Project, Confluence, Jira)

Experience with Agile or hybrid program execution models

Certifications such as PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent are a plus

Experience driving process or framework improvements across internal and supplier teams

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:

RSU (Restricted Stock Units)

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 (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)

401(k) match

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.