Sr Technical R&D Hardware Project Manager

We are looking for an organized and technically skilled individual to join our team as a Hardware R&D Project Manager Coordinator. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating the build and test process of prototype hardware, designed by our Development team and built within our Production Manufacturing environment. Your expertise will ensure a seamless flow of information and materials between engineering and manufacturing teams, enabling us to deliver high-quality products. As the central liaison, you will maintain open lines of communication, troubleshoot technical issues, and drive corrective actions to ensure timely and successful project completion.

• Coordinate and manage all prototype hardware builds, ensuring efficient and accurate execution within the Production Manufacturing environment.
• Translate development build requirements into actionable tasks for manufacturing teams, providing clear instructions on materials, processes, and timelines.
• Track and monitor the progress of prototype hardware through the production line, identifying and mitigating risks, and ensuring timely delivery.
• Serve as the first point of contact for technical issues, errors, or failures during prototype assembly or testing, and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to diagnose and resolve problems.
• Maintain a deep understanding of development schedules, milestones, and deliverables, and ensure alignment with prototype build activities, escalating risks as necessary.
• Provide regular updates and reports to Development leadership, keeping them informed of build progress, potential blockers, and resource requirements.
• Facilitate smooth communication and collaboration between Development, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Test Engineering teams, acting as a single point of contact for all updates related to prototype materials and builds.
• Prepare and deliver concise status reports, build summaries, and issue logs, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the process.

• Must Have Skills:
• Must reside in Pennsylvania, with the ability to work onsite.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related field) or equivalent experience.
• Strong technical aptitude, with a solid understanding of hardware, manufacturing processes, and test workflows.
• Demonstrated debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Experience working in a production or engineering environment, preferably with complex electro-optical or communications hardware.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate technical concepts and findings across diverse teams.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the capacity to manage multiple concurrent builds and priorities.

Nice to have Skills

• Familiarity with prototype or NPI (New Product Introduction) processes is an asset, as is knowledge of fiber optic components, optoelectronics, or high-speed communications systems.