Program / Supply Chain Manager

Otava RF; Moorestown Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Otava RF, Inc. in Moorestown, NJ, seeks a Program / Supply Chain Manager to oversee RF IC/hardware development programs from conception through tape-out, testing, and volume delivery.

The role requires managing cross-functional teams, coordinating schedules and budgets, and ensuring compliance with defense, aerospace, and ITAR regulations. Strong communication and self-driven mindset are essential for growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant program management experience in semiconductor, defense, or high-tech hardware.
• Proven ability to drive cross-functional teams and manage risks.
• U.S. citizenship or Green Card holder (required).

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end execution of complex RF IC and hardware development programs.
• Coordinate schedules, resources, budgets, and technical deliverables across RFIC design, EM/package design, test lab, and operations.
• Act as the programmatic point of contact for key external customers and defense/commercial partners.
• Track milestones, manage risks, and resolve schedule/resource bottlenecks.
• Align progress with business goals and product strategy; communicate status in reviews.
• Coordinate with wafer foundries and assembly/packaging vendors; ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

RF / mmWave knowledge

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Systems Engineering

Job description

Otava RF, Inc., based in Moorestown, New Jersey, is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in RF and millimeter-wave technologies. Our mission is to provide cutting-edge radio frequency integrated solutions for emerging defense, 5G/6G, and satellite communication applications. As a small and growing company, we concentrate on developing high-performance, wideband chips and system-on-chip (SoC) solutions.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative Program / Supply Chain Manager to join our dynamic team to oversee critical customer programs, product development roadmaps, and cross-functional engineering execution. You will manage the lifecycle of advanced millimeter-wave (mmWave) wideband chips, system-on-chips (SoCs), and phased array modules from conception through tape-out, lab testing, and volume delivery.This position requires excellent communication skills and a self-driven mindset, presenting significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end execution of complex RF integrated circuit (IC) and hardware development programs
• Coordinate schedules, resources, budgets, and technical deliverables across cross-functional teams (RFIC design, EM/package design, test lab, and operations)
• Act as the programmatic point of contact for key external customers and defense/commercial partners
• Track project milestones, manage technical risks, and proactively resolve schedule or resource bottlenecks
• Align project progress with company business goals and product strategy
• Facilitate clear technical communication during internal design reviews and external customer status updates
• Serve as operational point of contact for external semiconductor wafer foundries and assembly/packaging vendors
• Ensure supply chain processes conform to stringent defense, aerospace, and ITAR regulations where applicable
• Mitigate material risks (e.g., long-lead packaging substrates, evaluation board components) to support internal test labs and customer sampling timelines

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 5+ years of relevant project or program management experience within the semiconductor, defense, or high-tech hardware industry
• Solid understanding of RF/mmWave product development lifecycles, IC design, or phased array technologies
• Proven track record of driving cross-functional teams
• Strong organizational, risk management, and problem-solving skills
• U.S. citizenship or Green Card holder (required)