Research & Development Technical Program Manager

R&D Technical Program Manager

Silvus Technologies is dedicated to connecting those who keep us safe by delivering advanced Mobile Ad-hoc Network (MANET) radios. We provide vital communications for mission critical applications in the harshest environments. Silvus StreamCaster radios are being adopted by customers worldwide, from defense departments to industry-leading drone manufacturers. Following its acquisition by Motorola Solutions, Silvus Technologies is expanding its Strategic Growth organization to influence requirements and embed into future programs of record across the U.S. Department of Defense.

Silvus Technologies is seeking an R&D Technical Program Manager reporting to the Senior R&D Director, Electronic Warfare. The successful individual will drive execution excellence across next-generation products. This is a foundational Technical Program Manager role, offering a unique opportunity to build and shape the program management discipline within Silvus' growing Engineering and R&D organizations. You'll partner closely with senior R&D and Engineering leadership, and all functional and product teams in order to define best practices, drive cross-functional execution, and deliver high-impact products to our customers. You will be part of a passionate team redefining RF sensing, electronic warfare and wireless connectivity in the most demanding environments, from battlefield networks and autonomous systems to public safety and industrial applications. You will work alongside world-class engineers solving real-world challenges, with opportunities to grow, innovate, and lead as our organization scales.

This position is based at Silvus Technologies' headquarters in West Los Angeles, CA, and is on a hybrid schedule, a minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Role and Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end program execution across the full engineering lifecycle, from concept and design through implementation, integration, validation, and productization.
• Own program schedules, milestones, and deliverables, ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams including Systems, FPGA, Software, RF, Hardware, and QA.
• Facilitate cross-team collaboration to identify and resolve technical or schedule blockers, driving timely and data-driven decisions.
• Track risks, dependencies, and issues; develop mitigation strategies and communicate impacts proactively to leadership.
• Drive engineering cadence and communication, including design reviews, design syncs, and status updates with internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain project documentation and dashboards for clear visibility into goals, progress, and key metrics.
• Prepare executive reports and presentations, communicating program status, milestones, and risk assessments to senior management.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Compensation

The pay range is based on market research and peer data, and will vary depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications. CA Pay Range $160,000$200,000 USD.

All Employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test. Silvus is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.