Electrical Engineering Technical Program Manager

ApTask Global Workforce; California; Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Sick Pay

Job summary

Aptask Global Workforce is seeking an Electrical Engineering Technical Program Manager for a hybrid role in California. The role focuses on next-generation AR wearables, with end-to-end PCB fabrication ownership and APAC vendor collaboration.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in electrical design and wearables experience, with a preference for hands-on APAC CM management and a degree in Electrical Engineering. This is a 12+ month contract with hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in electrical design or related hardware engineering.
• Own design releases for flexes and MLBs from early design through production.
• Experience managing SMT and FATP builds end-to-end.
• Hands-on APAC contract manufacturer management, including flex vendor engagement.
• Wearables or consumer electronics experience preferred; degree preferred but relevant experience counts.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of design releases for flexes and MLBs from design to production.
• Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams on flexible circuits and rigid boards.
• Gather feedback, track schedules, and flag risks throughout development.
• Manage SMT and FATP builds end-to-end, optimizing schedule, quality, and yield.
• Engage with APAC contract manufacturers, ensure supplier readiness, manage vendor relationships.
• Work outside standard hours to coordinate with APAC vendors.

Skills

PCB design

Project ownership

Vendor management

SMT/FATP

Wearables experience

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

PCB fabrication

Rigid-flex boards

Job description

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking an Electrical Engineering Technical Program Manager for a Hybrid position with a Leading Technology Firm located in California. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity.

This role supports a business group focused on developing next-generation AR wearable devices. The team is driving innovation in flexible and rigid circuit board design, enabling advanced features in compact form factors. The ideal candidate will take end-to-end ownership of PCB fabrication and manage collaboration with APAC vendors.

Responsibilities:

• Take direct ownership of design releases for flexes and MLBs (multi-layer boards) from early design through production
• Collaborate with electrical engineers and cross-functional teams to develop flexible circuits and rigid circuit boards
• Gather feedback, track schedules, and highlight risks throughout the development process
• Manage SMT (Surface Mount Technology) and FATP (Final Assembly, Test, and Pack) builds end-to-end, optimizing for schedule, quality, and yield
• Engage directly with APAC contract manufacturers, ensuring supplier readiness and managing flex vendor relationships
• Work outside standard hours to accommodate collaboration with APAC vendors

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years in electrical design, PCB development, or related hardware engineering roles
• Direct ownership of design releases for flexes and MLBs (multi-layer boards) from early design through production
• Experience managing SMT and FATP builds end-to-end, including schedule, quality, and yield optimization
• Hands-on APAC CM (Contract Manufacturer) management, including flex vendor engagement and supplier readiness
• Experience in wearables or consumer electronics preferred
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred, but relevant experience is more important

Desired skills:

• Experience with AR wearable device development
• Familiarity with small electrical component integration in compact form factors
• Knowledge of advanced PCB fabrication techniques and materials

Pay range:

up to $82.78 per hour

Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.