Key Job Responsibilities - Serve as a trusted extension of the VP, taking ownership of delegated workstreams, follow-ups, and action items across the hardware development organization - Oversee and coordinate multiple concurrent hardware development programs - both commercial and government - related to broadband LEO satellite communications over Ka-Band, Q/V-Band, and E-Band; ensure programs are on schedule, within scope, and aligned to organizational priorities - Facilitate alignment and communication across teams operating in five different geographic locations, ensuring consistent execution and visibility into program status - Lead the drafting and coordination of annual and multi-year Operating Plans (OPs), working closely with the VP and functional leaders to scope initiatives, define resource requirements, and establish measurable goals - Develop and maintain detailed project scopes and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) using tools such as Smartsheet or MS Project; ensure projects are properly resourced and milestones are clearly defined - Assist the VP in organizational design, headcount planning, and team-building activities as the hardware development organization scales - Hold staff and program leads accountable for commitments and deliverables; proactively identify risks, escalate blockers, and drive resolution - Bridge hardware and software engineering teams to ensure integrated program execution; facilitate communication between engineering, operations, and business stakeholders - Maintain high-quality documentation of program status, decisions, risks, and action items; prepare executive briefings, program reviews, and leadership communications on behalf of the VP - Travel is mostly regional, and is expected to be 10-15% Basic Qualifications - Master's degree or Ph. USA, CA, San Diego - 177,000.00 - 239,400.00 USD annually USA, CA, Sunnyvale - 203,500.00 - 275,300.00 USD annually USA, WA, Redmond - 177,000.00 - 239,400.00 USD annually