Engineering Program Manager
About The Position
Seasats is seeking an Engineering Program Manager (EPM) to drive the execution of cross-functional engineering programs for autonomous surface vessels (ASVs). The EPM is responsible for translating customer and program requirements into coordinated engineering execution, ensuring that complex, multi-disciplinary systems (mechanical, electrical, software, autonomy) are delivered on schedule, validated, and ready for production. The EPM serves as the primary bridge for cross-functional communication and program execution. They work closely alongside the Customer Success Manager and the Manufacturing Operations Program Manager, ensuring a clear understanding of customer requirements, efficient and effective engineering, and manufacturable, scalable results. Acting as a servant-leader, the EPM curates the flow of ideas, energy, and people, ensuring team alignment with strategic priorities.
Requirements
- 4-10+ years experience in hardware program management, systems engineering, and product development (robotics, aerospace, maritime, or similar)
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Robotics, or equivalent technical experience
- Experience managing cross-functional engineering teams and complex programs
- Excellent communication skills
- A keen sense for understanding and visualizing timelines, critical choke points and decision gates
- A ruthless sense of urgency, paired with unwillingness to compromise on quality
- Strong understanding of hardware development lifecycle, system integration, and testing and validation
- Ability to obtain a security clearance (U.S. Citizenship may be required)
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Agile, Spiral or Hybrid project management methodologies
- Experience with government engineering and software development processes
Responsibilities
- Owning execution of engineering programs from concept through validation and handoff to production
- Developing and maintaining integrated program schedules across Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, and Testing teams
- Ensuring programs are delivered on time, on budget, and to performance requirements
- Managing engineering development builds (prototype, integration, validation)
- Delivering executive communication/presentations and drive decision-making processes
- Managing the design review process and test campaigns
Benefits
- Competitive insurance (including a 99% employer-covered Gold HMO plan or other options)
- 401k matching up to 4% of salary
- Four free lunches per week
- An employee activity fund
- A pet-friendly office
- Unlimited/Flex PTO
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
