Project Manager (Audio / Mixer)

About the role

Lead end-to-end program management by driving programs from initiation through sustaining, defining milestones, assessing risks, supporting resource planning, and ensuring successful on-time, on-budget launches.
Build and manage detailed program schedules using MS Project, including WBS development, resource allocation, and critical path analysis to maintain timeline integrity and adjust plans proactively.
Facilitate strong cross-functional collaboration by working closely with engineering, supply chain, operations, manufacturing, product management, and marketing to resolve issues and accelerate decision-making.
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks through structured problem solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution strategies that maintain team alignment and program momentum.
Provide clear and transparent communication to leadership through concise reporting on KPIs, risks, mitigation plans, and change management activities.
Regularly visit our internal manufacturing facilities to enhance new build processes and ensure the production of a high-quality product.
Coordinate development activities across hardware, firmware, software, operations, and manufacturing to ensure aligned workflows and resolve cross-functional dependencies quickly.
Maintain robust program documentation and configuration management by overseeing document control, enforcing engineering change processes, and ensuring consistent version integrity.
Prepare and manage program budgets, including prototypes, samples, and external services, while tracking financial performance to maintain alignment with organizational goals.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end program management by driving programs from initiation through sustaining, defining milestones, assessing risks, supporting resource planning, and ensuring successful on-time, on-budget launches.
Build and manage detailed program schedules using MS Project, including WBS development, resource allocation, and critical path analysis to maintain timeline integrity and adjust plans proactively.
Facilitate strong cross-functional collaboration by working closely with engineering, supply chain, operations, manufacturing, product management, and marketing to resolve issues and accelerate decision-making.
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks through structured problem solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution strategies that maintain team alignment and program momentum.
Provide clear and transparent communication to leadership through concise reporting on KPIs, risks, mitigation plans, and change management activities.
Regularly visit our internal manufacturing facilities to enhance new build processes and ensure the production of a high-quality product.
Coordinate development activities across hardware, firmware, software, operations, and manufacturing to ensure aligned workflows and resolve cross-functional dependencies quickly.
Maintain robust program documentation and configuration management by overseeing document control, enforcing engineering change processes, and ensuring consistent version integrity.
Prepare and manage program budgets, including prototypes, samples, and external services, while tracking financial performance to maintain alignment with organizational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of project management experience supporting engineering teams—ideally in acoustic or technical product environments within a global company
• Hands-on experience with MS Project, Jira, and Confluence
• Strong understanding of engineering concepts and practices
• Deep knowledge of the full new product development lifecycle
• Analytical, proactive decision-making skills with strong problem-solving ability
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to present to senior leadership
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multitasking environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering (EE or ME preferred) or equivalent experience
• Professional Project Management certification (e.g., PMP)
• Experience working with acoustic products
• Deep understanding of PCBA fabrication, readiness, and component lead time management
• Strong attention to detail and rigor in PLM BOM creation, maintenance, and engineering change control

Skills

• Project Management
• MS Project
• Jira
• Confluence
• Engineering Concepts
• New Product Development Lifecycle
• Problem Solving
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Fast-Paced Environment
• Acoustic Products
• PCBA Fabrication
• PLM BOM Creation
• Engineering Change Control

Benefits

Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
Competitive wellness benefits
Tuition reimbursement
“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

Pay

$ 108,750 - $ 159,500 Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation are also available, such as bonuses or commission. Pay is based on a wide range of factors, including, without limitation, skill set, experience, training, location, and business need.

Schedule

Not specified

Benefits

Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
Competitive wellness benefits
Tuition reimbursement
“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

Pay Transparency

$ 108,750 - $ 159,500 Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation are also available, such as bonuses or commission. Pay is based on a wide range of factors, including, without limitation, skill set, experience, training, location, and business need.

Benefits

Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
Competitive wellness benefits
Tuition reimbursement
“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

Important Notice

Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com', ‘@careers.harman.com’ or ‘harmanglobal.avature.net’ email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com.

About HARMAN

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.