Technical Program Manager

Technical Program ManagerLocation: Irvine, CA - Candidates must be available to work onsite in Irvine. It is a hybrid schedule with 3d/week onsite, flexible on exact days. Type: Contract Duration: 12 months initial term, with conversion to full-time employment possible based on performanceResponsibilities:Work closely with the Electrical Hardware Design team to create engineering and delivery schedules, closely track engineering progress, and deliveries against overall vehicle deliverable schedules.Responsible for driving custom module developments with in-house PCBA designs and mechanical assemblies.Identify programmatic risks and work to mitigate and reduce exposure, championing and raising issues and removing roadblocks to hit timing.Work with the vehicle line, software, electrical and other teams to identify, come together, and drive critical path and ensure synchronized deliveries.Lead and drive the development and integration of ECUs via design reviews, ensuring all pre-production builds are supported to effectively launch the vehicle.Coordinate with suppliers and supply chain to ensure timely delivery of components and assemblies for prototype builds.Coordinate with Vehicle integration and Electrical Systems to ensure delivery and successful integration of electronic assemblies.Push and support the release of all engineering documentation to support PLM.Support purchasing efforts as needed to ensure timely deliveries.Be able to plan budget for the project and maintain forecast, maintaining risk registers.Qualifications:6+ years of experience on a program team or equivalent experienceBS+ in Engineering or similar technical degree requiredDetailed knowledge of electronics design, development, validation, and integration processPrior relevant engineering experience in ME, EE or systems engineeringExperience working with Contract Manufacturers and vendors for PCBA, mechanical housings, complex system and high level assemblyOutstanding program management skills to include development of program plans, schedules, and clear definition and management of program goalsProven experience in developing, launching and sustaining complex productsDemonstrated experience in addressing and solving complex issuesStrong communication experience with Executive StaffProven experience tracking and driving the progress of multiple projectsStrong team player and leader known to build trust, collaborate, communicate and partner with cross-functional teamsTravel as needed to support builds