Senior Hardware Technical Project Manager

RAVE Aerospace

. Plan and execute new avionics LRUs developed internally or outsourced to suppliers .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeBrea • California • United StatesSenior💰 $112,000 - $127,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in hardware project management, including planning, execution, and risk management of complex hardware and software development programs. Proficient in leading cross-functional teams and managing technical tradeoffs to ensure project success and compliance with OEM/customer requirements.

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Hardware Project ManagementTechnical Project ManagementDefect ManagementJiraMicrosoft Project

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Hard Skills

Hardware SystemsPCBPCA/PCBAElectronicsMechanical DesignSystem IntegrationQualification TestingRelease to ManufacturingRisk ManagementPhase-Gated Development

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional Team LeadershipInfluencing Without AuthorityMotivation

Tools & Technologies

JiraMicrosoft Project

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Prototype BuildsQualificationCertificationProduction ReadinessCustomer DeliveryAgileScrum

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and execute new avionics LRUs developed internally or outsourced to suppliers
Own project schedules, milestones, dependencies, risks, blockers, defects, and action items across hardware, software, prototype builds, qualification, certification, and release readiness
Collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, software, test, buyers, supplier management, OEMs, and technical teams
Define project plans, milestones, risks, hardware demand, Hardware Kanban boards, and document trees
Lead hardware checkpoints, readiness reviews, issue reviews, dependency reviews, and action-item closure
Drive corrective actions, defect visibility, prioritization, containment, ownership, and closure
Track and report project status, risks, and drawing tree status
Provide recovery plans when critical-path dates, milestones, defect closure, or product quality are at risk
Facilitate design reviews, prototype and production unit tear-downs, hardware design refinement, and Kanban review sessions
Manage prototype build readiness and coordinate prototype unit builds
Define SOWs, develop terms and conditions, create negotiation strategies, and lead supplier cost negotiations
Manage design compliance against OEM/customer requirements
Facilitate project risk management sessions and mitigate critical risks
Influence and motivate cross-functional teams without direct authority to improve execution and meet deadlines
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in a related field
6+ years of experience in hardware project management, technical project management, or hardware program/product management
Experience leading complex hardware and software development programs, including prototype builds, qualification, certification, production readiness, and customer/OEM delivery
Strong technical understanding of hardware systems, including PCB, PCA/PCBA, electronics, mechanical design, system integration, qualification testing, and release to manufacturing
Ability to manage technical tradeoffs across cost, schedule, quality, reliability, manufacturability, and customer requirements
Hands-on experience with Jira for task tracking, defect management, dependencies, and execution follow-up
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Project for planning, milestones, dependencies, timeline, critical path, and schedule reporting
Strong understanding of defect management, risk follow-up, corrective actions, verification, and closure
Familiarity with phase-gated development and Agile/Scrum principles

Benefits

Comp & perks

A home allowance to elevate your home workspace
Discretionary bonus program
401(k) program with a company match
Paid time off covering vacations, personal time off, and sick days
Year-end holiday shutdown
Alternative work schedule (9/80) with every other Friday off
Comprehensive health benefits that include company contributions