Technical Project/Program Management - Technical Program Manager II

Location: Remote – United States (West Coast preferred; hybrid/onsite may be preferred)
Employment Type: W2 Contract
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Target Start Date: December 7, 2026
Maximum Pay Rate:Up to $80/hour on W2
Experience Required: 5+ Years
Industry: Consumer Electronics / AR Wearables

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager II – Electrical Hardware to support the development of next-generation Augmented Reality (AR) wearable devices. This role focuses on electrical hardware development, printed circuit board (PCB) fabrication, flexible circuits, and multi-layer board (MLB) design releases.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience coordinating electrical engineering teams, managing PCB development from design through production, overseeing manufacturing builds, and collaborating with contract manufacturers and vendors across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong program manager to contribute to innovative wearable technology and drive complex hardware development programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end design releases for flexible circuits (flexes) and multi-layer boards (MLBs), from early design through production.

• Coordinate PCB fabrication activities, including schematics, layouts, design documentation, and vendor approvals.

• Partner with electrical engineers and cross-functional teams to develop flexible circuits and rigid printed circuit boards.

• Manage Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and Final Assembly, Test, and Pack (FATP) builds, ensuring schedule adherence, quality, and yield optimization.

• Lead vendor and contract manufacturer (CM) engagements across the APAC region, including flex vendor management and supplier readiness.

• Develop and maintain project schedules, build matrices, timelines, and product release milestones.

• Identify potential risks, track dependencies, communicate project status, and proactively drive issue resolution.

• Collaborate with design engineers to support design for manufacturability (DFM) and smooth transitions from design to production.

• Coordinate cross-functional meetings and communicate effectively with engineering teams, suppliers, and stakeholders across different time zones.

• Accommodate occasional schedule flexibility to support collaboration with APAC vendors.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical hardware development, PCB development, electrical design, or related engineering/program management roles.

• Demonstrated ownership of PCB/PCBA design releases, including flexible circuits and multi-layer boards.

• Experience managing SMT and FATP builds from planning through execution.

• Hands-on experience managing APAC contract manufacturers and engaging with flex circuit vendors.

• Familiarity with PCB layouts, schematics, build matrices, and design for manufacturability.

• Strong project planning, scheduling, risk management, and cross-functional coordination skills.

• Ability to work effectively with engineering teams and external suppliers to deliver product milestones on time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing AR wearables, wearable devices, or consumer electronics products.

• Knowledge of electrical component integration in compact form factors.

• Familiarity with advanced PCB fabrication processes, materials, and manufacturing requirements.

• Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) and hardware development through production.

Education

A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field is preferred but not required. Relevant hands-on experience and technical expertise are highly valued.

What Makes This Opportunity Exciting?

• Contribute to the development of next-generation AR wearable technology.

• Work closely with electrical engineers, hardware design teams, and global manufacturing partners.

• Take ownership of critical hardware development milestones and manufacturing readiness.

• Gain exposure to complex, cross-functional engineering programs in a fast-paced technology environment.

If interested, share your resume at aditya.singh3@artech.com