Technical Program Manager

About the role

Piper Companies is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead complex, custom manufacturing programs within a fast-paced hardware environment. You will own end-to-end delivery across engineering and manufacturing teams, navigate shifting priorities, and manage high-touch customer engagements in a dynamic, high-pressure setting. This is a full-time, on-site position near Santa Clara, CA.

Responsibilities

• Drive full lifecycle program execution for complex hardware product development initiatives, from concept through production
• Serve as the primary liaison for customers, ensuring clear communication on timelines, specifications, and program status
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to maintain alignment and execution velocity
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and risks while ensuring alignment to financial and operational targets
• Lead decision-making under ambiguity, balancing customer needs with internal constraints to maintain program momentum

Requirements

• 4+ years of program management experience in a manufacturing, mechanical, or hardware-focused environment
• Demonstrated success working in high-change, high-pressure environments with evolving requirements and tight timelines
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders, resolve conflict, and drive alignment across customer and internal teams
• Willingness to travel 50–60% initially
• Strong technical acumen including the ability to interpret engineering drawings, apply DFM principles, and utilize standard PM and business software tools

Pay

Salary range: $120,000–$150,000 annually

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401k
• Paid holidays