Program Manager - Contractor

Vantage MedTech; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Part time

Job summary

Vantage MedTech is seeking an experienced Program Manager (Independent Contractor) to lead complex hardware and software programs in a regulated medical device environment from Olathe, KS. The role emphasizes governance, cross-functional execution, risk management, and strategic guidance for stakeholders and customers throughout the engagement.

Contractors will deliver data-driven analysis, status updates, and recommendations to drive on-time, on-budget outcomes and design transfer readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline
• 10+ years of program management, product development, engineering, or technical consulting experience for complex projects
• Experience in medical device, healthcare tech, life sciences, or regulated industries with knowledge of quality and regulatory requirements
• Proven ability to deliver complex projects with multiple stakeholders, third-party partners, and executive engagement
• Strong knowledge of product development processes, design controls, quality systems, regulatory requirements, and commercialization activities
• Experience providing strategic guidance, risk assessment, stakeholder facilitation, and project execution support in complex technical environments

Responsibilities

• Developing and facilitating the execution of program strategies, governance structures, and implementation plans to achieve defined objectives, timelines, budgets, and quality requirements
• Facilitating cross-functional collaboration and coordinating project activities through all phases of the program lifecycle
• Identifying and evaluating program risks, issues, dependencies, and potential impacts with mitigation strategies
• Serving as a strategic advisor by providing project status updates, insights, recommendations, and guidance
• Facilitating meetings, workshops, and decision-making processes to align stakeholders and support execution
• Providing data-driven analysis, reporting, and recommendations to inform business decisions
• Recommending process improvements, best practices, and operational efficiencies to enhance performance

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Risk assessment

Stakeholder facilitation

Project governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

Job Title: Program Manager (Independent Contractor) Duration: 6-12-months (possibility of extension) Employment Type: Independent Contractor (1099) Department: Hardware, Technical Services Point of Contact: Engineering Manager/Director Location: Olathe, KS

Vantage MedTech provides comprehensive design and manufacturing services, supporting the advancement of medical technologies from concept through to product realization. We develop and manufacture new products for the treatment of heart failure, cancer, stroke, Gene Therapy, COPD, TBI, Atrial Fibrillation, Blood Clots, Brain Surgery, and many more! We are searching for top-tier talent to apply their gifts to making life better for hundreds of thousands of patients worldwide.

Contractor shall provide Vantage with Program Management consulting services to support the successful planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects and programs.

Scope:

• Developing and facilitating the execution of program strategies, governance structures, and implementation plans to achieve defined project objectives, timelines, budgets, and quality requirements.

• Facilitating cross-functional collaboration and coordinating project activities through all phases of the program lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, verification, and design transfer, as applicable.

• Identifying and evaluating program risks, issues, dependencies, and potential impacts, and providing recommendations and mitigation strategies to support successful project outcomes.

• Serving as a strategic advisor to company stakeholders and customers by providing project status updates, insights, recommendations, and guidance throughout the engagement.

• Facilitating meetings, workshops, and decision-making processes to align stakeholders, address challenges, and support project execution.

• Providing data-driven analysis, reporting, and recommendations to support informed business decisions and achievement of program objectives.

• Recommending process improvements, best practices, and operational efficiencies to enhance project performance and execution effectiveness.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.

• Demonstrated expertise gained through 10+ years of providing program management, product development, engineering, or technical consulting services for complex projects and initiatives.

• Experience supporting programs within medical device, healthcare technology, life sciences, or other regulated industries, with knowledge of applicable quality and regulatory requirements.

• Proven ability to successfully deliver complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, third- party partners, and executive-level engagement.

• Strong working knowledge of product development processes, design controls, quality systems, regulatory requirements, commercialization activities, and related industry best practices.

• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic guidance, risk assessment, stakeholder facilitation, and project execution support in complex technical environments.

Vantage MedTech is committed to providing equal opportunity in the selection of contractors and service providers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Contractor selection decisions are based on qualifications, expertise, experience, and business needs. All contractors must be authorized to perform services in the United States without sponsorship. For more information, visit www.vantagemedtech.com.