Program associate Jobs in Hayward, CA

Hiring a Sr. Materials Program Manager for a Start Up Drone Company in Hayward, CA

*Fully Onsite Role*

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Plan all BOM (Bill of Materials) materials to ensure the right products are available at the right place and time throughout the product lifecycle, supporting both in‑house FATP and contract manufacturers. Oversee Tier 2 materials management at CM sites to enable the build and shipment of critical modules and sub‑assemblies.
• Manage the Clear‑to‑Build (CTB) report to drive material readiness for production plans and customer orders. Develop material strategies that balance inventory levels, supply flexibility, and cost exposure.
• Proactively identify supply chain risks and define mitigation actions to strengthen long‑term supply chain health. Communicate risks across stakeholders and cross‑functional teams to drive awareness, alignment, and timely escalation.
• Leverage CTB insights to support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), product transitions, and material revision changes, ensuring supply continuity while minimizing material obsolescence.
• Partner with the purchasing team to secure supply commitments, resolve shortages, and implement effective supplier strategies in collaboration with the broader Supply Chain organization.
• Operate effectively in a highly cross‑functional environment, collaborating with manufacturing, program management, product development, design engineering, supply chain, production control, and logistics teams.
• Work with system developers to enhance internal tools and systems that support planning and operational efficiency.
• Demonstrate a strong passion for improving internal and external processes.

What Makes You a Strong Fit

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in OEM/JDM/ODM hardware environments, including hands‑on contract manufacturing (CM) experience.
• Strong analytical and data‑driven problem‑solving skills, with the ability to process large datasets and synthesize insights.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present material status clearly in weekly program and executive meetings.
• Highly collaborative team player who thrives in cross‑functional settings.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Hayward, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $95.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hayward,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.