Hardware Delivery Manager

Tactacam; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly growing outdoor products company as a Hardware Delivery Manager. This role is pivotal in leading hardware and firmware product development, ensuring high-quality products from concept to mass production. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage technical risks, and drive manufacturing optimizations. With a focus on innovation and quality, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of outdoor technology. If you have a passion for product development and a commitment to excellence, this is your chance to make a significant impact in an exciting industry.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 15+ years of product development experience with hardware and firmware.
• Strong project management skills with PMP certification preferred.
• Extensive experience working with Asian ODMs.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional engineering teams through all phases of product development.
• Establish project schedules, milestones, and resource allocation plans.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across engineering operations.

Skills

Hardware design and development

Firmware architecture and implementation

Manufacturing processes and DFM principles

Project management tools and methodologies

Agile development methodologies

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Remote - Decorah, IA

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $100000.00 - $135000.00 Salary

Hardware Delivery Manager - Hardware & Firmware Product Deve

Company Overview:

At Tactacam, we are a rapidly growing and market-leading outdoor products and technology company. With over 600,000+ active customers worldwide and an expanding product line, we offer exciting opportunities for career growth and personal development. Join us at Tactacam, where innovation, adventure, and limitless possibilities await!

Job Overview:

We’re seeking an experienced Hardware Delivery Manager to lead our hardware and firmware product development initiatives. This role is crucial in bridging the gap between product vision and technical execution, ensuring successful delivery of high-quality products from concept to

mass production. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record of bringing complex products to market.

Responsibilities:

Product Development Leadership

Partner with Product Management to translate product vision into comprehensive technical requirements and detailed project plans

Develop and maintain Engineering Requirements Documents (ERD) based on Product Requirements Documents (PRD)

Lead cross-functional engineering teams through all phases of product development, from concept to mass production

Drive technical decision-making while ensuring alignment with business objectives and market requirements

Technical Program Management

Establish project schedules, milestones, and resource allocation plans

Coordinate development activities across hardware, firmware, software, and QA teams

Identify and manage technical risks, implementing mitigation strategies as needed

Lead technical reviews and design validation processes

Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements

Manufacturing and ODM Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with Asian ODMs

Oversee prototype development, EVT, DVT, and PVT phases

Drive manufacturing process optimization and yield improvements

Manage ODM communications and deliverables

Ensure product quality meets or exceeds specifications

Process Improvement

Implement and optimize development processes to increase efficiency

Establish metrics and KPIs to track project progress and team performance

Drive continuous improvement initiatives across engineering operations

Document best practices and lessons learned for future programs

Qualifications

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Master’s degree preferred

15+ years of product development experience, with emphasis on hardware and firmware Demonstrated success in bringing multiple products from concept to mass production

Deep technical understanding of hardware design, firmware development, and manufacturing processes

Extensive experience working with Asian ODMs

Strong project management skills with PMP certification preferred

Excellence in cross-functional team leadership and stakeholder management

Technical Expertise

Hardware design and development

Firmware architecture and implementation

Manufacturing processes and DFM principles

Quality assurance methodologies

Regulatory compliance requirements

Project management tools and methodologies

Preferred Skills:

Strategic thinking with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Experience with Agile development methodologies

International travel experience and cultural awareness

Proven track record of meeting aggressive deadlines

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Our benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage to ensure your well-being. Plan for the future with our 401k plan, and take time off to recharge with PTO. We've got you covered with Disability Insurance and Life Insurance too!

Location Limitations:

Please note at this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates based in Alaska (AK), California (CA), Connecticut (CT), Delaware (DE), Hawaii (HI), Louisiana (LA), Massachusetts (MA), New Mexico (NM), New York (NY), Oregon (OR), Washington (WA), Washington, D.C. (DC), Illinois (IL), or Wyoming (WY). We encourage candidates from other locations to apply for our open positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Tactacam is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status. We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive work environment for all, and we encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply for our open positions. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know, and we will be happy to assist.