Hardware Engineering Program Manager - AI Systems

Hark; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Hark seeks a world-class Engineering Program Manager to lead system builds for our AI consumer products, from early local prototypes through Proto, xVT, ramp, and launch. You’ll partner with EE, ME, SI, RF, thermal, and reliability teams to design and execute builds that meet validation needs and run smoothly on the factory floor.

Location is flexible with in-region travel up to 30% to ensure every build runs as planned and to coordinate with contract manufacturers across sites.

Qualifications

• 6+ years executing and shipping high technology consumer electronics systems at large OEMs.
• BS in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline.
• Proven track record leading hardware builds end-to-end with contract manufacturers, and driving critical supply chain components.

Responsibilities

• Lead build planning and execution from early local prototypes through Proto, xVT, ramp, and launch.
• Collaborate closely with EE, ME, SI, RF, thermal, and reliability teams to strategically design builds that cover validation needs and run efficiently.
• Proactively surface program needs across cross-functional partners and align teams on direction before issues hit the line.
• Drive in-depth technical engagements with vendors and contract manufacturers on design, process, and yield.
• Travel in-region to factory sites to direct execution and resolve issues on the floor.
• Own materials readiness, build schedules, and unit distribution across configurations.
• Identify and close out schedule, material, and yield risks early through clear cross-functional decision-making.
• Communicate program status, risks, and key decisions clearly to engineering and leadership.

Skills

Hardware program management

Cross-functional leadership

Supply chain coordination

Communication skills

Education

BS in Electrical/Mechanical or related engineering

Tools

Contract manufacturers management

PCB technologies

BOM management

ECO flows

DOE planning

Job description

Hark seeks a world-class Engineering Program Manager to lead system builds for our AI consumer products, from early local prototypes through Proto, xVT, ramp, and launch. You’ll partner with EE, ME, SI, RF, thermal, and reliability teams to design and execute builds that meet validation needs and run smoothly on the factory floor.

Location is flexible with in-region travel up to 30% to ensure every build runs as planned and to coordinate with contract manufacturers across sites.