We are seeking a Technical Program Manager (TPM) with experience managing hardware module programs from prototype through DVT/PVT, including supplier and contract manufacturer management.
Scope:
• Own end-to-end hardware module schedules, milestones, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Coordinate suppliers and contract manufacturers across timelines, logistics, quality, cost, and delivery.
• Organize design validation across internal teams and suppliers, including HW DVP dashboards.
• Facilitate requirements, verification, and software alignment for key perception milestones requiring vehicle-level testing.
• Manage component change control, including CCB activities.
• Track prototype, engineering vehicle testing, and production configurations throughout the development lifecycle.
• Document issues, track them to closure, and maintain clear technical reports and Buganizer/Jira tickets.
• Support trade studies, identify subsystem gaps, and ensure requirements are covered by testing.
• Coordinate purchasing, purchase orders, BOMs, and hardware readiness.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain supplier scorecards.
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and cross-functional teams to track schedules and resolve blockers.
• Use tools such as Jira, spreadsheets, and bug-tracking systems to manage workflows and action items.
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent practical experience in engineering program management.
• Experience managing hardware modules from prototype through PVT.
• Strong understanding of product development processes and complex schedule management.
• Experience managing suppliers and contract manufacturers.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Jira, spreadsheets, Buganizer, or similar project-tracking tools.
• Exposure to supplier evaluation, OEM selection, and contract manufacturing models.
Pluses:
• Experience with automotive Tier 1 suppliers, OEMs, or component evaluation facilities.
• Understanding of automotive manufacturing processes, including Design for Manufacturing and Design for Assembly.
• Experience with hardware validation, dashboarding, requirements, and verification.
• Experience with configuration and change management throughout the vehicle development lifecycle.
• Experience supporting trade studies, subsystem integration, and vehicle-level testing.
• Experience with purchasing, PO tracking, BOM coordination, and hardware readiness.
• Experience monitoring supplier performance across quality, cost, and delivery metrics.
Estimated Min Rate: $50.00
Estimated Max Rate: $60.00/hr+. Depends on work experience.
What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- MetLife Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
- Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
- Referral Bonus Programs
- Certification and training opportunities
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
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