Summary:

We are seeking a Project Manager to coordinate and oversee the development of advanced Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs). This role is not a developer position but is essential for managing administrative tasks, procurement, testing coordination, and cross-departmental communication. The Project Manager will serve as the central link between engineering, production, and business units, ensuring project execution on time, within scope, and to quality standards.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Coordination & Administration

• Plan, track, and manage project schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, reporting, and progress updates.
• Monitor adherence to established processes, deadlines, and quality standards.
• Support management in preparing project-related reports and presentations.

2. Procurement & Logistics

• Place and track orders for components, PCBs, housings, and supporting equipment.
• Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to secure timely delivery.
• Maintain and track inventory of critical components.
• Support cost monitoring and budget control related to purchases.

3. Testing & Evaluation Support

• Organize and schedule IMU testing activities (functional, environmental, vibration, and qualification testing).
• Coordinate test logistics, data collection, and reporting.
• Distribute evaluation results and ensure documentation is properly filed.
• Track compliance with testing protocols and project requirements.

4. Cross-Departmental Communication

• Serve as liaison between R&D, production, purchasing, sales, and quality assurance departments.
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and business-side units.
• Ensure smooth information flow and alignment of priorities across all stakeholders.
• Prepare and deliver project updates for management review.

5. General Project Support

• Assist with allocation of resources (staff, equipment, facilities).
• Monitor risks and support development of mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to preparation of customer and partner documentation.
• Support coordination of external audits, certifications, or customer reviews.

Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements:

Education & Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related field).
• Solid technical understanding in areas relevant to IMU development:
  • PCB design, manufacturing, and assembly (population).
  • Mechanical design and housing considerations.
  • Basic knowledge of electronics and sensor systems.

Experience & Skills:

• Proven experience in project management within engineering, electronics manufacturing, or R&D.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Experience with procurement, supplier coordination, and vendor management.
• Familiarity with testing workflows and laboratory coordination.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface with engineering, sales, production, and management.
• Proficiency with project management and productivity tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Confluence, MS Office).

Legal & Security Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident (required for defense/export control compliance).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Military/Army background (helpful for defense-related projects and organizational culture).
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability sensor development.
• Familiarity with quality and testing standards (e.g., ISO, MIL-STD, DO-160).
• Experience with document control, configuration management, or ERP systems.

If you have what it takes to push boundaries and seize opportunities, apply to join our team today.