Principal Technical Program Manager (Optical Payload Systems)

TL;DR

Principal Technical Program Manager (Optical Payload Systems): Leading program strategy and execution for the TeraWave satellite communications network with an accent on optical systems, electronics, and high-volume hardware production. Focus on resolving complex cross-functional challenges, managing hardware maturity cycles (EVT, DVT, PVT), and scaling the optical payload constellation.

Location: Greater Seattle Area. Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee/asylee.

Salary: $169,624.00 - $237,473.25

Company

hirify.global is developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles to enable millions of people to live and work in space for the benefit of Earth.

What you will do

• Lead program strategy and execution across optical systems, electronics, software, integration, test, and manufacturing.
• Synthesize technical and business perspectives into clear recommendations and decision memos for senior leadership, including the CEO.
• Establish cross-business-unit coordination mechanisms to align TeraWave optical payload initiatives with broader corporate goals.
• Manage end-to-end product execution across multiple variants from early development through EVT, DVT, PVT, and production ramp.
• Identify and eliminate systemic bottlenecks by establishing scalable processes, tools, and reporting mechanisms.
• Lead and develop a team of Senior Technical Program Managers, setting standards for strategic thinking and execution rigor.

Requirements

• U.S. Person status: Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident (Green Card), or lawfully admitted refugee/asylee.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in technical program management or systems leadership in high-volume hardware or complex product environments.
• Proven experience managing hardware maturity cycles (EVT, DVT, PVT) and production at scale.
• Experience managing complex supply chains and vendor programs at production scale.
• Proficiency with agile development methods and hybrid hardware/software program execution.

Nice to have

• 15+ years of experience in technical program management or systems leadership.
• Experience leading and managing teams of program managers or TPMs.
• Experience in constellation-scale space programs.
• Advanced degree in engineering, physics, or systems engineering.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%.
• Stock options for all regular employees.
• Up to four weeks of paid time off and 14 company-paid holidays.
• Education Support Program and paid parental leave.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.