Research & Development Technical Program Manager

Silvus Technologies•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Silvus Technologies, a leader in advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is seeking an R&D Technical Program Manager to drive execution excellence across next-generation products. This foundational role offers a unique opportunity to build and shape the program management discipline within Silvus’ growing Engineering and R&D organizations. You will partner closely with senior R&D and Engineering leadership, and all functional and product teams to define best practices, drive cross-functional execution, and deliver high-impact products. You will be part of a passionate team redefining RF sensing, tactical communications, and electronic warfare in demanding environments, working alongside world-class engineers to solve real-world challenges. This position is based at Silvus Technologies’ headquarters in West Los Angeles, CA, with a hybrid schedule requiring a minimum of 3 days onsite per week (Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field plus a minimum 5 years of relevant program management and/or engineering experience in a technology-driven organization, OR 3 years of relevant program management and/or engineering experience in a technology-driven organization with an advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
Proven experience managing complex hardware/software or wireless/networking programs in a fast-paced R&D or product development environment.
Must be a U.S. Citizen (due to requirements of U.S. government contracts).
All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in EE, ECE, or a related field with 8+ years of relevant industry experience.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple programs and shift priorities.
Exceptional communication and presentation abilities, with a track record of influencing across technical and non-technical teams.
Demonstrated success in hands-on product development, technical program management, or engineering leadership roles.
Technical fluency in one or more of the following areas: wireless systems design, RF engineering, networking, firmware/software integration, or test/validation.
Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership, capable of driving progress with minimal oversight.
Eligibility for U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end program execution across the full engineering lifecycle, from concept and design through implementation, integration, validation, and productization.
Own program schedules, milestones, and deliverables, ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams including Systems, FPGA, Software, RF, Hardware, and QA.
Facilitate cross-team collaboration to identify and resolve technical or schedule blockers, driving timely and data-driven decisions.
Track risks, dependencies, and issues; develop mitigation strategies and communicate impacts proactively to leadership.
Drive engineering cadence and communication, including design reviews, design syncs, and status updates with internal and external stakeholders.
Maintain project documentation and dashboards (e.g., Confluence, JIRA) for clear visibility into goals, progress, and key metrics.
Prepare executive reports and presentations, communicating program status, milestones, and risk assessments to senior management.