Senior Hardware Engineering Program Manager

Reporting directly to the Director of Product Development, PAX is looking for an Engineering Program Manager (EPM) responsible for design, development, and support of PAX hardware products. PAX EPMs are responsible for managing and communicating project definition, development milestones, project schedules, validation/FA/CA, and project status in the development of new products. This role will immediately manage a high volume hardware program and be responsible for driving and establishing processes and best practices for engineering product development. Drive process development, improvements, and best practices consistent with a world class hardware product development organization. Own and oversee program schedules and NPI build phase gates, while ensuring high risk areas have mitigation strategies and actions in place. Mediate between hardware and the rest of the PAX organization. Collaborate closely with Engineering, PLM, Operations and Product to execute on HW programs through DVT and ensure a smooth transition to Operations at PVT. Drive strong program management hygiene including project meeting cadence, bug / action item tracking, and engagement with external design and manufacturing partners. Create clear and consistent presentations to executive leadership on project status and schedules. Travel to support manufacturing builds and ensure factory engagement best practices are established.