Technical Program Manager - Hardware
Lead the hardware development schedule from architecture to production for complex hardware products at Mind Robotics.
Posted by employer 2 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 week ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Skills & Technologies
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, work arrangement, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
In this role, the Technical Program Manager at Mind Robotics oversees the entire hardware development process, from initial design to production. The position requires a strong background in engineering and extensive experience in managing complex hardware projects, particularly in robotics or similar fields. Ideal candidates will have a proven ability to navigate technical discussions across various disciplines and a track record of successfully bringing products to market. Mind Robotics emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, making this role suitable for those who thrive in dynamic, interdisciplinary environments.
Joblaze insights
- Listed 9 days ago on Joblaze — tracked directly from Mind Robotics's career page.
- Mind Robotics has 30 other open roles including Tech Lead, Robotics Runtime & Middleware, IT Operations Lead, Software Engineer, Edge & Field Systems.
- 248 active Robotics roles on Joblaze right now.
- 110 active Aerospace roles on Joblaze right now.
- 66 active Hardware roles on Joblaze right now.
- Typical Robotics salary we track runs $100,000–$176,000 (median $140,000, across 85 roles).
Quick facts
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Technical Program Manager - Hardware role.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Aerospace, Automotive, Consumer Electronics, Hardware, Robotics.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Mind Robotics targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Technical Program Manager - Hardware role at Mind Robotics.
From the original posting
Responsibilities
End-to-End Ownership: Lead the hardware development schedule from initial architecture and prototyping through validation, industrialization, and production ramp.
Program Planning: Create and maintain comprehensive program plans, Gantt charts, and action trackers across all active hardware subsystems (actuators, electronics, structures, and sensors).
Metric Tracking: Monitor and report on key program metrics—including cost, mass, reliability, and performance—against the schedule, while communicating status, blockers, and risks to leadership.
Risk Mitigation: Identify and escalate technical and supply chain risks early, leading rapid reaction plans to keep programs on track.
Cross-Functional Alignment: Coordinate across mechanical, electrical, firmware, and software teams to align design milestones, integration timelines, and test readiness.
Supply Chain Collaboration: Partner with supply chain, supplier industrialization, and contract manufacturers to ensure parts and assemblies are delivered on time and to specification.
Configuration Management: Drive rigorous design reviews, change control processes, and BOM accuracy across all subsystems to ensure documentation is efficient and precise.
Validation & Testing: Support the planning and execution of Design Validation Testing (DVT) and Production Validation Testing (PVT) across all hardware subsystems.
Qualifications
Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, or a related field) or equivalent practical experience.
Industry Experience: 5+ years of experience in technical program management for complex hardware products (e.g., robotics, consumer electronics, automotive, or aerospace).
Proven Track Record: Demonstrated success in shipping physical products from initial concept through mass production.
Technical Depth: Strong technical fundamentals with the ability to engage meaningfully in mechanical, electrical, and firmware design discussions without requiring translation.
System Complexity: Experience managing programs involving electromechanical systems with multiple interdependent subsystems (motors, PCBAs, sensors, structural assemblies).
NPI Mastery: Familiarity with New Product Introduction (NPI) processes, including tooling qualification, PPAP, DVT/PVT, and first-article inspections.
Manufacturing Engagement: Experience working directly with contract manufacturers and global suppliers on industrialization and production readiness.
Execution & Ownership: High sense of urgency, comfortable with ambiguity, and driven by an "engineering curiosity" to understand how the entire system works.