Sr Staff Technical Program Manager

Boston Dynamics; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Dynamics in Waltham, MA, is seeking a Sr Staff Technical Program Manager to lead complex robotics programs within Prototype Operations. You will drive prototype builds from planning through integration, coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality to maintain velocity and manage risks.

This role requires 10+ years in technical program management, hands-on leadership in hardware environments, and a proven ability to translate requirements into scalable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in technical program management or manufacturing operations.
• Experience leading cross-functional programs in complex hardware environments such as robotics.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end manufacturing operations including demand planning, inventory, and production execution.
• Experience with ERP, MES, and PLM systems and how data flows across operations.
• Proven ability to identify gaps, build scalable processes, and drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Own complex, high-impact initiatives across multiple R&D programs with clear plans and milestones.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality to ensure readiness of hardware and processes.
• Identify gaps and develop integrated workflows and tools to improve execution and traceability.
• Translate evolving technical requirements into executable operational plans.
• Identify systemic risks, conduct root-cause investigations, and implement solutions.
• Define KPIs and management mechanisms to monitor performance and drive improvement.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Manufacturing operations

Supply chain

ERP/MES/PLM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations

Tools

ERP systems

MES systems

PLM systems

Job description

We are looking for a highly driven Sr Staff Technical Program Manager ( TPM) to support complex robotics development programs within Prototype Operations. This role operates at the center of engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, test, quality, and repair to drive execution across a fast-paced, high-mix hardware development environment.In this highly cross-functional role, you'll be responsible for driving prototype and low-volume production builds from planning through integration, working side-by-side with build technicians, engineers, and leadership to identify risks, remove blockers, and maintain build velocity. You will serve as the connective tissue between technical execution and program-level deliverables, making real-time decisions and escalating when needed to keep the team moving.We are looking for a highly technical, systems-oriented leader who thrives in ambiguity, can operate independently, and has a demonstrated ability to build and scale operations in rapidly evolving hardware environments.Check out what the team has been up to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dP_i7hRvGpEHow you will make an impact:Own complex, high-impact initiatives across multiple R&D programs, establishing strategies, execution plans, milestones, and cross-functional alignment.Partner with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality to ensure hardware, processes, resources, and infrastructure are ready to support evolving program needs.Identify operational gaps and develop integrated workflows, tools, and systems that improve execution, traceability, and efficiency.Translate evolving technical requirements into executable operational plans, balancing development speed, quality, and scalability.Identify systemic risks and dependencies, lead root-cause investigations, and implement sustainable solutions across organizational boundaries.Define meaningful KPIs and management mechanisms to monitor performance, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement.Evaluate tradeoffs, communicate risks, and drive alignment among engineering, operations, and senior leadership.Develop repeatable processes and operating models that support increasing hardware complexity, program volume, and organizational growth.Champion operational clarity and execution discipline while fostering a high-performance, team-first culture on the floor.You bring:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or related field.10+ years of experience in technical program management, manufacturing operations, or related technical environments.Experience leading cross-functional programs in complex hardware environments such as robotics, aerospace, automotive, or consumer electronics.Strong understanding of end-to-end manufacturing operations, including demand planning, MRP, supply chain, inventory management, work orders, and production execution.Experience with ERP, MES, and PLM systems and understanding how processes, data, and transactions connect across the operational lifecycle.Proven ability to identify systemic gaps, develop scalable operational processes, and drive cross-functional improvements.Strong program management, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to independently drive execution in ambiguous environments.Hands-on mindset, comfortable working closely with engineers, technicians, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.Preferred Qualifications:Experience implementing or improving ERP, MES, MRP, or PLM systems (e.g., Tulip, Arena, Rootstock, Oracle, SAP).Experience with prototype, NPI, and low-volume, high-complexity manufacturing.Experience developing integrated workflows across engineering changes, BOMs, material planning, inventory, and manufacturing execution.Experience scaling operations, improving build readiness, and driving operational process improvements.Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, Microsoft Project).We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas for this position.The salary range for this position will be clearly stated in the job posting as required by Massachusetts law. The base pay range for this position is between $154,000-180,000. Base pay will depend on multiple individualized factors including, but not limited to internal equity, job related knowledge, skills and experience. This range represents a good faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting.