Senior Engineering Program Manager

Skydio

Senior Engineering Program Manager leading hardware development of next-generation autonomous systems at Skydio. Requires cross-functional collaboration and execution of complex hardware programs.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeSan Mateo • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $170,000 - $240,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.
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.
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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid vacation time
Sick leave
Holiday pay
401K savings plan
Group health insurance plans

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Hard Skills & Tools

Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringSystems EngineeringProgram Risk ManagementTechnical ValidationPrototype DevelopmentManufacturing ProcessesEngineering ReviewsProduct DevelopmentSchedule Management

Soft Skills

Decision-MakingCollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunicationLeadership

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering