Technical Program Manager
Senseeker Corporation - santa barbara, CA
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Job Description: Do you enjoy being in control of your own projects but you don't want to leave the technical fun behind? Then this job may be for you. We are looking for a Technical Program Manager who enjoys being involved in to the technical details of infrared image sensors, integrated circuits, electronics, software and cryogenic sensor test units with the team while keeping everyone organized and on plan. We have a highly regarded team of engineers, physicists, managers and business folks who accomplish great things and we are looking for this position to dive in and join us in our future endeavors. As a Technical Program Manager, you will be responsible for execution and management of developmental programs. You will work closely with our supportive team of engineers and physicists to navigate the best path for Senseeker's customers. You will find yourself immersed in cutting edge infrared image sensing technologies and need to be comfortable taking on some of the systems engineering tasks associated with infrared sensing. Responsibilities will also include managing cost, schedule, milestone deliveries and customer communication as well as contributing to new business proposal planning and project setup. You will manage program resources through the company ERP while reporting status and elevating execution issues to senior management in a timely manner. Work Experience: At least 5 years of industry experience in a related field to include a minimum of 2 years of program management experience and 2 years of infrared or image sensor systems engineering experience.Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields.Preferred Education: Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields, PMP cert.Job ResponsibilitiesWork with Customers, Engineering and Business Development to construct new programsWork with Operations to ensure materials for project milestones are available and will meet scheduleWork with Engineering and Finance to plan, track, and manage project budgets from proposal phase to final milestone deliveriesBuild schedules and manage resources for multiple projects with input from the technical teamsEnsure all Phase Gate and Contract Deliverable requirements are met for each projectOpenly and expertly communicate with customers, help write reports, and ensure on-time submissionsUpdate executive management regularly on program cost, schedule and technical performance while elevating any pop-up issues so they may be dealt with in a timely mannerBuild and flow specifications to IC design, mechanical design, software design, electronics design and test from higher level program specificationsRequired Attributes: US Person status required, pursuant to the terms of government contracts with Senseeker*Experience in design of infrared or image sensing systems or multiple components of those systemsExperienced in design and development engineeringExcellent teamwork skills, good presentation, written and verbal communicationStrong time management skills to prevent last minute work, with flexibility to move fast when neededProactive personality with the ability to work with remote teams and team members Willingness to travel for customer meetings as required Desired Attributes:Active or recently inactive US DoD Secret security clearanceAdvanced knowledge of infrared image sensing components and systemsExperience in the Semiconductor or Sensor design industries with fabless design business modelsExperience working with US Government contracts with knowledge of FAR and DFAR requirements Experience working with ERPs, and specifically Accumatica-based JAMIS PrimeJob Type and Location: Full-time, on-sitehybrid, in Santa Barbara, CA, USABase Salary Range: $130k - $230k per yearBenefits: 401k, healthdentalvision, flexible schedule, relaxed working environment, located in a great beachside community. Submit your resume at or email it to *This position requires work on projects which are protected under US ITAR laws, consequently, only US Persons will be considered for this position by law. For this purpose, the term "US person" means an individual who is a citizen of the United States, a lawful permanent resident alien of the US (e.g., a "Green Card" holder), a refugee, or someone in the US as a protected political asylee, or under amnesty. Senseeker Corporation is a wholly US owned transducer IC and cryogenic test solutions company. We specialize in the design of state-of-the-art digital readout integrated circuits, cryogenic test equipment, electronics and software. Senseeker's products and IP enable FPA developers to produce world class infrared image sensing solutions. We are located in beautiful Santa Barbara, CA, amid the west coast's hub of infrared and scientific image sensor companies. 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Created: 2024-09-30