Program / Supply Chain Manager

About the Role

Otava RF, Inc., based in Moorestown, New Jersey, is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in RF and millimeter-wave technologies. Our mission is to provide cutting-edge radio frequency integrated solutions for emerging defense, 5G/6G, and satellite communication applications. As a small and growing company, we focus on developing high-performance, wideband chips and system-on-chip (SoC) solutions. We are seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative Program / Supply Chain Manager to join our dynamic team to oversee critical customer programs, product development roadmaps, and cross-functional engineering execution.

This position requires excellent communication skills and a self-driven mindset, presenting significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end execution of complex RF integrated circuit (IC) and hardware development programs.
• Coordinate schedules, resources, budgets, and technical deliverables across cross-functional teams (RFIC design, EM/package design, test lab, and operations).
• Act as the programmatic point of contact for key external customers and defense/commercial partners.
• Track project milestones, manage technical risks, and proactively resolve schedule or resource bottlenecks.
• Align project progress with company business goals and product strategy.
• Facilitate clear technical communication during internal design reviews and external customer status updates.
• Serve as operational point of contact for external semiconductor wafer foundries and assembly/packaging vendors.
• Ensure supply chain processes conform to stringent defense, aerospace, and ITAR regulations where applicable.
• Mitigate material risks (e.g., long-lead packaging substrates, evaluation board components) to support internal test labs and customer sampling timelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant project or program management experience within the semiconductor, defense, or high-tech hardware industry.
• Solid understanding of RF/mmWave product development lifecycles, IC design, or phased array technologies.
• Proven track record of driving cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational, risk management, and problem-solving skills.
• U.S. citizenship or Green Card holder (required).