Technical Program Manager, RFIC and mmWave Development

BLUE ORIGIN

. Lead end-to-end technical program execution for TeraWave Q/V-band FEIC developments supporting phased-array antenna and digital beamforming systems .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $269,175 - $376,844 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in technical program management, particularly in managing RFIC programs across multiple lifecycle phases. Proficient in creating integrated schedules, risk management, and fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams.

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Technical Program ManagementRFIC Program ManagementIntegrated Schedule CreationCross-Functional LeadershipRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Phased-Array Antenna DevelopmentDigital Beamforming SystemsQ/V-Band RF Front-End ICsSilicon QualificationReliability TestingDependency MappingMilestone PlanningProduction Cost ManagementThird-Party IP IntegrationRF Production Test Strategy

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationDecision-MakingStakeholder ManagementCollaborationAccountability

Tools & Technologies

EDA ToolsTest EquipmentPackaging ToolsFoundry Collaboration ToolsRisk Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPPgMPAgileLeanSix Sigma

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseSpaceAutomotiveHigh-Reliability Semiconductor

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end technical program execution for TeraWave Q/V-band FEIC developments supporting phased-array antenna and digital beamforming systems
Coordinate internal engineering teams across development lifecycle phases from market and mission requirements through tapeout, silicon qualification, and reliability testing
Build and maintain integrated schedules, milestone plans, deliverables, dependency maps, risk registers, and executive-level program dashboards
Drive alignment between FEIC deliverables, system-level phased-array antenna/digital beamforming requirements, and production cost
Manage third-party IP deliverables, including technical specifications, licensing, delivery schedules, documentation, integration collateral, verification expectations, support models, and risk mitigation
Drive cross-functional risk management for schedule, resources, technical maturity, supplier performance, foundry readiness, IP availability, test coverage, package performance, qualification, and production ramp
Foster ownership, accountability, collaboration, technical excellence, and disciplined execution across cross-functional teams
Collaborate with foundry, product, test, and packaging engineers; third-party IP providers; foundry and EDA partners; OSATs; packaging suppliers; test partners; and system stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related technical discipline
10+ years of formal experience in technical program management, engineering program management, or equivalent technical leadership roles
Experience managing RFIC programs across multiple lifecycle phases, from requirements and architecture through development, validation, qualification, and production
Experience creating and maintaining integrated schedules, risk registers, dependency maps, milestone plans, and executive-level program reporting
Ability to work effectively with highly technical RF, IC, systems, packaging, test, and manufacturing teams
Experience coordinating external partners, vendors, suppliers, foundries, IP providers, OSATs, test houses, or labs
Strong communication, decision-making, stakeholder management, and cross-functional leadership skills
Ability to manage ambiguity, establish structure, and drive closure across complex technical programs
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident/current Green Card holder, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
Master’s degree or higher in electrical engineering or related technical discipline preferred
Experience with Q/V-band, Ka-band, Ku-band, or other microwave/mmWave RF front-end ICs preferred
Experience with FEICs or RFICs used in phased-array antennas, SATCOM user terminals, payloads, radar, or high-frequency communications systems preferred
Experience coordinating third-party IP integration preferred
Experience with RF production test strategy, wafer probe, final test, socketing, load boards, calibration, test correlation, yield ramp, and test time reduction preferred
Knowledge of qualification and reliability standards relevant to aerospace, defense, space, automotive, or high-reliability semiconductor products preferred
PMP, PgMP, Agile, Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent formal program management training/certification preferred
Technical assessment required during interviews
Background check required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation provided
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential eligibility for benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results