Hardware Program Manager – Onsite RTP, NPI Delivery

ZP Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package (medical, dental, 401

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead complex, custom hardware programs in a fast-paced environment. The role owns end-to-end delivery across engineering and manufacturing, while engaging high-touch customers in a dynamic setting.

The Technical Program Manager will be full-time and sit on site in RTP, NC, with responsibilities spanning program execution, customer communications, and cross-functional alignment to ensure on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of program management experience in a hardware/manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive cross-functional alignment.
• Ability to operate under high-change, high-pressure conditions with evolving requirements.
• Willingness to travel 50–60% initially.
• Strong technical acumen including interpretation of engineering drawings and DFM concepts.

Responsibilities

• Drive full lifecycle program execution for complex hardware development from concept through production.
• Serve as primary liaison for customers, communicating timelines, specs and status.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing and supply chain.
• Manage scope, schedules, budgets and risks to meet targets.
• Lead decision-making under ambiguity to maintain momentum.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder influence

Technical acumen

DFM principles

PM tools

Tools

PM software tools

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead complex, custom hardware programs in a fast-paced environment. The role owns end-to-end delivery across engineering and manufacturing, while engaging high-touch customers in a dynamic setting.

The Technical Program Manager will be full-time and sit on site in RTP, NC, with responsibilities spanning program execution, customer communications, and cross-functional alignment to ensure on-time delivery.