Principal Technical Program Manager at Echodyne Corp (Kirkland, WA)
Echodyne Corp· Kirkland, WA· $150k–$224k·
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Job description
Radar Reinvented.
Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).
Echodyne is seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager with experience in hardware and software product development to join our team working in a fast-paced environment developing high-performance commercial radar solutions.
ROLE OVERVIEW
As a Principal Technical Program Manager, you will have a critical role in Echodyne’s relentless pursuit of delivering industry best advanced radar solutions to our customers. You will lead cross functional teams to develop products that contribute to meeting Echodyne’s business growth objectives. The scope of this role includes development of a variety of hardware/software products.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver innovative products and solutions that exceed customer expectations and advance Echodyne’s core technology differentiation
- Define, plan, and manage complex development programs
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, systems engineers, radar scientists, manufacturing engineers and sourcing
- Track and report program status and metrics
- Drive continuous improvements in product development methodologies
REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
- Ability to identify solutions to challenging problems that optimize results for Echodyne and our customers
- Ability to weigh risks and make clear decisions based on available information
- Ability to lead engineering and research teams to achieve objectives
- Experience leading hardware development programs
- Experience leading development programs in collaboration with customers and partners
DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
(Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills)
- Experience leading embedded software and hardware development programs
- Experience using Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools or software
- Experience using project management tools, such as MS Project, MS Excel, and JIRA
- Experience in Agile or hybrid waterfall-Agile software development methodologies
- Strong communication and presentations skills
- Building collaborative relationships both internally and externally
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, other technical degree, or equivalent work experience
- 5 years or more in technical program management
Echodyne’s technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations. Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S.
WHAT WE OFFER
This is an exempt role. The expected annual salary range for this role is $149,659—$224,437 USD
If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role that’s a great fit for you!
We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:
- RSU (Restricted Stock Units)
- Generous Benefits:
- Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you
- Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
- Virtual Care – 98Point6
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)
- Travel Assistance Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability
- Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)
- 401(k) match
- Pet Insurance
- Prepaid Legal Program
- Commuter Benefits
- Paid Company Holidays
All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.
Why work at Echodyne Corp
- High-Impact, Mission-Driven: Work on radar technology that directly contributes to national security, public safety, and next-gen autonomous systems. The company emphasizes that its tech saves lives.
- Culture: Described as a place where you can “change an industry” and bring revolutionary technology to market. The leadership values curiosity, continuous learning, and a “fun while doing so” environment.
- Work Environment & Perks: Office-based in Kirkland, WA (with some remote sales roles). The Kirkland HQ is well-stocked with food, fruit, and drinks, with monthly lunches and seasonal celebrations. Strong focus on team bonding.
- Engineering-First: The team includes PhDs, RF engineers, systems engineers, and software developers. They are solving hard physics and software integration problems at the edge of sensor technology.
- Growth Trajectory: Currently a ~180-person company growing to 250+ and opening a massive new factory – this is a classic “Series B/C” stage growth company with clear product-market fit, offering significant career advancement opportunities as the company scales.
- Diversity & Openness: Explicitly encourages applications from individuals who may not meet every single requirement – “If you are interested in a position but your background isn’t a perfect match, we strongly encourage you to apply.”