Manufacturing Project Manager

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). Echodyne is seeking a Manufacturing Project Manager to join our fast-growing team. ROLE OVERVIEW At Echodyne, we believe radar makes the world safer and more secure in the age of autonomy. We are seeking a Manufacturing Project Manager to join our team, overseeing the successful execution of projects that are assigned by the organization. This includes directing the activities of team members, managing resources, and ensuring that the project is delivered on time, within budget, and meets quality standards. In this role, you will lead and manage a project through completion, overseeing successful output. This involves defining scope and objectives, managing the project budget and resources, assembling and leading the project team, and communicating with stakeholders. You will monitor progress, manage risks and issues, and ensure the final deliverables while acting as a liaison between the project team, immediate stakeholders, and management. RESPONSIBILITIES Develop project plans and ensure that all tasks are completed on time and within budget Create and manage project schedules, resources, and budgets Monitor project progress and identify areas of risk or opportunity Manage stakeholders and provide periodic updates Identify and resolve project issues and conflicts Ensure that project deliverables are met Implement and monitor quality assurance processes Maintain project documents, records, and files Develop and coach project teams, including providing feedback and guidance REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE Development of project plans, including scope, timelines, and objectives with defined deliverables and set performance metrics Experience working with cross functional teams such as Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and Warehousing organizations Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including production lifecycles, shop floor operations, supply chain management, and inventory control Create and execute work plans, assign tasks to team members and monitor project progress and adjust plans as needed A strong understanding of managing project costs and financial resources is essential Proficient computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office Suite; working knowledge of MS Project, Jira, Confluence The ability to strategically align projects with broader organizational goals DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE (Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills) Experience with manufacturing processes Experience with production facility expansion Manufacturing-specific knowledge of concepts like continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and Quality Control is highly valued QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree, or industry/military equivalent progressive experience 5 or more years of experience in project or program management, administration, or related roles PMP certification is a plus 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 $104,030 - $155,839 USD We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including: RSU (Restricted Stock Units) 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 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. This is an on-site/hybrid role requiring consistent attendance at our Kirkland,WA location. #J-18808-Ljbffr