Senior Engineering Program Manager

Program Leadership & Execution

• Own end-to-end execution of complex hardware development programs from concept through production ramp.
• Build and drive integrated plans across engineering, validation, manufacturing, and operations teams.
• Define priorities and drive cross-functional tradeoff decisions to keep teams focused on highest-impact work.
• Identify program risks early and drive rapid resolution to maintain schedule and product goals.

Cross-Functional Engineering Integration

• Coordinate system integration, prototype builds, and technical validation activities across development phases.
• Lead structured engineering reviews and decision-making forums to ensure technical alignment and execution clarity.
• Track dependencies, surface blockers, and ensure teams are operating against clear milestones and deliverables.

Supplier & Manufacturing Engagement

• Partner closely with suppliers and manufacturing teams throughout development and production readiness.
• Drive supplier execution on critical components, tooling, and validation deliverables to support build schedules.
• Coordinate with Operations and Manufacturing Engineering teams to prepare for prototype and production builds.
• Support key factory activities, including domestic and international travel during critical build and ramp phases.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong technical understanding of mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering development processes.
• 3-5 years of experience developing and manufacturing complex electromechanical products at consumer or high-volume scale.
• Experience working in consumer electronics, robotics, automotive, aerospace, or related industries.
• Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional alignment across engineering, operations, and supply chain organizations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience bringing products from concept through mass production.
• Familiarity with prototype build cycles, EVT/DVT/PVT development, and manufacturing ramp processes.
• Experience working directly with overseas suppliers as well as local manufacturing partners.
• Strong systems-thinking mindset with the ability to understand cross-functional technical tradeoffs.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills in fast-paced environments.
• Passion for autonomous systems, robotics, and advanced hardware development.
• Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all Skydio employees and required for certain positions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual base salary range: $170,000 - $240,000.
• Equity in the form of stock options.
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, holiday pay, and 401K savings plan.
• Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible roles.