Engineering Program Manager

Responsibilities

Define and communicate clear program structure, scope, and milestones
Build and maintain schedules for projects and programs
Drive coordination across teams to keep deliverables moving
Identify resource needs and negotiate staffing with functional managers
Surface risks early and propose practical mitigations
Translate engineering roadmaps into concrete release items and execution plans
Support planning for new efforts, including staffing, cost estimates, schedule assumptions, and resource utilization
Help leadership make better prioritization and bid / no-bid decisions

Basic Qualifications

B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
3–5 years of experience supporting complex, high-stakes technical programs with a track record of delivering integrated hardware/software systems
Demonstrated ability to learn new, highly technical concepts rapidly and independently in a fast-paced environment
A high level of personal accountability and the "whatever it takes" attitude required to hit mission-critical deadlines
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to bridge the gap between deep-tech engineering details and executive-level strategy

Preferred Skills & Experience

Hands-on experience in the design, development, integration, or test of electronic or mechanical hardware systems
Experience with scripting (Python, SQL) or data visualization tools to automate program metrics and performance tracking
Proven success in a high-growth, ambiguous, or "clean-sheet" hardware environment
Familiarity or experience with the aerospace industry or exposure to development of safety-critical hardware systems

Compensation & Benefits

Our hiring and compensation strategy is simple: We offer competitive salaries and meaningful equity. We want everyone here to have real ownership in what we're building.

• Health & Wellness
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (including a fully employer-paid medical plan)
• Paid parental leave (12 weeks / 6 weeks)

• 19 paid vacation days, 10 sick days, 11 company holidays

• 401(k) with employer match (100% match up to 3%, 50% match up to 5%)
• Commuter expenses (parking & transit)

• Daily lunch stipend; Audible subscription; Claude Pro access; relocation support
• Hybrid work options & flexibility

We reserve the right to modify base pay and other compensation components. More details about our benefits are available to candidates during the hiring process.

Interview Process

We will conduct interviews via Google Meet, with the potential for an onsite visit to our office in Redwood City, CA. The typical interview process takes around 3 to 5 weeks.

Why Join Array

At Array Labs, deep technical expertise meets relentless impact. We prioritize curiosity over hierarchy and bold engineering over incremental gains. Our world-class team across hardware engineering, software, and aerospace works collaboratively to push boundaries.

Join industry-leading experts to build the future of radar and deliver unprecedented insights into the physical world.

Our Values:

1. Build What Matters: Create technology that serves customers and advances humanity
2. Innovate Together: Stay curious, collaborate openly, push boundaries as one team
3. Employee Centric: Put our people first with a culture of trust, respect, and opportunity

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Array Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made on the basis of merit, competence, and job qualifications without regard to gender, color, race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.