Piper Companies is seeking a
Technical Project Manager to support complex, high-visibility hardware development programs within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The
Technical Project Manager will play a key supporting role to Program Managers, helping drive execution across Cable Backplane Systems production test and signal integrity initiatives while developing into a full program ownership capacity.
This is a full-time position, and the Technical Project Manager will sit onsite in Santa Clara CA. Responsibilities of the Technical Project Manager:- Support planning, budgeting, and execution of complex new product development projects in a high-change environment
- Act as a communication bridge between internal teams and Program Managers to ensure alignment on schedules, deliverables, and priorities
- Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to keep programs on track
- Monitor project scope, timelines, and financials while escalating risks, resource gaps, and delays
- Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles and support readiness for production, capacity planning, and system setup
Qualifications of the Technical Project Manager:- 4+ years of experience in project coordination or management within a manufacturing, hardware, or mechanical environment
- Proven ability to perform effectively in fast-paced, unstructured, and high-pressure settings with shifting priorities
- Demonstrated ability to communicate across technical teams and interpret engineering drawings and specification
- PMP certification preferred
- Willingness to travel 50-60% initially
Compensation for the Technical Project Manager includes:- Salary range: $70,000 - $100,000 annually
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401k and holidays
This job opens for applications on 09/28/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
Keywords: Project Manager, Hardware, Manufacturing, New Product Development, DFM, Cable Backplane, Signal Integrity, Cross-functional, High Pressure, Travel
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