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

Echodyne is seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager with experience leading supplier-driven hardware and technology integration programs to join our Program Management Office (PMO).

ROLE OVERVIEW

You’ll play a critical role in the development and maturation of custom, made-to-specification assemblies, components, and technologies that support the company’s long-term product roadmap. This role bridges engineering, operations, sourcing, and external partners to deliver next-generation radar and sensing platforms.

You will lead strategic initiatives involving early-stage R&D, supplier development, and process optimization—often running in parallel with or ahead of standard product programs. The ideal candidate brings a systems mindset, deep technical fluency, and a strong background in managing complex cross-functional efforts with both internal and external teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and execute cross-functional initiatives involving made-to-spec hardware, components, and processes across supplier and internal engineering teams

Define and manage comprehensive development plans, integrating technical milestones, supplier readiness, and risk mitigation

Drive technology feasibility reviews and supplier evaluations, partnering with engineering and sourcing teams to qualify new capabilities

Oversee integration of custom supplier deliverables into internal development efforts, ensuring alignment on quality, timing, and validation

Assess and mature supplier processes, capabilities, and metrics to ensure repeatable, scalable development

Promote structured collaboration and alignment across engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing teams

Lead post-integration reviews to drive continuous improvement in internal and external processes

Support strategic planning by identifying technical capability gaps, supplier dependencies, and future readiness requirements

Travel domestically and internationally for supplier site visits, technical reviews, and onboarding activities (estimated 15–25%

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

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

DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

(Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills)

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

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physical sciences, supply chain, or a related technical discipline

8+ years in technical program management, supplier development, or complex hardware integration

Ability to travel up to 25%, including internationally, for supplier engagement and coordination activities

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

This is an exempt role.The expected annual salary range for this role is

$149,659—$224,437 USD