Research & Development Technical Program Manager

Silvus Technologies • Los Angeles, CA

8h • $160,000 - $200,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications. The company is seeking an R&D Technical Program Manager to drive execution excellence across its next-generation products. This role offers a unique opportunity to build and shape the program management discipline within Silvus’ growing Engineering and R&D organizations. The successful candidate 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. This position is based at Silvus Technologies’ headquarters in West Los Angeles, CA, and is on a hybrid schedule, with a minimum of 3 days onsite per week expected (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.

Benefits

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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior