Technical Program Manager III

Tailored ManagementSunnyvale, CA

up to $91 / hour

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Job Description

Technical Program Manager III

Location: Sunnyvale, CA — OnsiteDuration: 12 months, with possible extension/conversionPay Rate: $90/hour on W2Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO & Sick Leave

About the Role

We are seeking a Technical Program Manager III to support the development of next-generation AR wearable devices for a leading technology company. This role sits at the intersection of electrical hardware engineering, PCB development, supplier management, and cross-functional program execution.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing electrical components, flexible circuits (flexes), and multi-layer boards (MLBs) from early design through production. You will work closely with Electrical Engineers, cross-functional partners, and contract manufacturers to drive design releases, build execution, supplier readiness, quality, and overall program schedules.

This is a highly collaborative, hands-on role supporting innovative wearable products in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for electrical parts and components in big tech, with a focus on AR wearables and small electrical components.
Work outside standard hours to accommodate collaboration with APAC vendors.
End-to-end ownership of PCB fabrication, including schematics, layouts, and form development through to execution and vendor approval for part fabrication.
Experience in wearables, especially AR wearables and small electrical components.

Direct ownership of design releases for flexes and MLBs (multi-layer boards) from early design through production.
Collaborate with electrical engineers and cross-functional teams to develop flexible circuits and rigid circuit boards.
Gather feedback, track schedules, and highlight risks throughout the development process.
Manage SMT (Surface Mount Technology) and FATP (Final Assembly, Test, and Pack) builds end-to-end, optimizing for schedule, quality, and yield.
Engage directly with APAC contract manufacturers, ensuring supplier readiness and managing flex vendor relationships.

Must-Have Qualifications

Minimum 5 years in electrical design, PCB development, or related hardware engineering roles.
Direct ownership of design releases for flexes and MLBs (multi-layer boards) from early design through production.
Managing SMT and FATP builds end-to-end, including schedule, quality, and yield optimization.
Hands-on APAC CM (Contract Manufacturer) management, including flex vendor engagement and supplier readiness.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

Experience with AR wearable device development.
Familiarity with small electrical component integration in compact form factors.
Knowledge of advanced PCB fabrication techniques and materials.
Experience in wearables or consumer electronics preferred.
Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred but not required. (Relevant experience is more important than formal education.)

Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.#ENGHP

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