Technical Program Manager III

Ascendion; United States; On-site; USD 146,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

PTO & holidays

Learning platform

Job summary

Ascendion in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Technical Program Manager III to lead design releases for flex and MLB boards, from early design to production. You’ll coordinate with electrical engineers and cross‑functional teams to develop flexible circuits and rigid boards, manage SMT/FATP builds end‑to‑end, and track risks to protect schedule and quality.

You will engage APAC contract manufacturers to ensure readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required; Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years in electrical design, PCB development or related hardware roles.
• Direct ownership of design releases from design through production.
• End-to-end SMT and FATP builds management with quality focus.
• Hands-on APAC CM management and supplier readiness.
• Experience with small component integration in compact form factors.

Responsibilities

• Direct ownership of design releases for flexes and MLBs from early design through production.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers and cross-functional teams to develop flexible circuits and rigid boards.
• Gather feedback, track schedules, and highlight risks throughout development.
• Manage SMT and FATP builds end-to-end, optimizing for schedule, quality, and yield.
• Engage directly with APAC contract manufacturers, ensuring supplier readiness and managing flex vendor relationships.

Skills

Electrical design

PCB development

Design release ownership

SMT/FATP builds management

APAC vendor management

Small component integration

PCB fabrication techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

APAC Contract Manufacturers

Flex/MLB design

Rigid-flex PCB

Job description

Ascendion is an AI-native software engineering disruptor helping businesses innovate faster, smarter, and with greater impact. We partner with enterprise clients across North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC to solve complex challenges in data, experience design, software product engineering, and workforce transformation. Powered by expert engineers, thousands of AI agents, and our Engineering to the Power of AI (EngineeringAI) method, we deliver measurable outcomes that build trust, unlock value, and accelerate growth.

Learn more at https://ascendion.com/

Engineering to the Power of AI™, AAVA™, EngineeringAI, Engineering to Elevate Life™, Enterprise PlatformsAI, Data & InsightsAI, ExperienceAI, GCCAI, OperationsAI, Platform EngineeringAI, ProductAI, and Quality EngineeringAI are trademarks or service marks of Ascendion®. AAVA™ is pending registration. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.

Ascendion | Engineering to elevate life

We have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Come, change the world with us:

• Build the coolest tech for the world’s leading brands
• Solve complex problems - and learn new skills
• Experience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clients
• Master your craft with leading training programs and hands‑on experience

Experience a community of change makers!

Join a culture of high‑performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for tech. Our culture is the fabric of our company, and it is what makes us unique and diverse. The way we share ideas, learning, experiences, successes, and joy allows everyone to be their best at Ascendion.

About The Role:

• This role supports a business group focused on developing next‑generation Augmented Reality [AR] wearable devices.
• The team is driving innovation in flexible and rigid circuit board design, enabling advanced features in compact form factors.
• The need arises from increased project volume and the complexity of integrating new electrical components into wearable products.
• You’ll work with world‑class engineers, gain exposure to advanced manufacturing processes, and play a pivotal role in bringing innovative devices to market.

Job Title: Technical Program Manager III

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct ownership of design releases for flexes and MLBs (multi‑layer boards) from early design through production.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers and cross‑functional teams to develop flexible circuits and rigid circuit boards.
• Gather feedback, track schedules, and highlight risks throughout the development process.
• Manage SMT (Surface Mount Technology) and FATP (Final Assembly, Test, and Pack) builds end‑to‑end, optimizing for schedule, quality, and yield.
• Engage directly with APAC contract manufacturers, ensuring supplier readiness and managing flex vendor relationships.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required
• 5+ years in electrical design, PCB development, or related hardware engineering roles.
• Direct ownership of design releases for flexes and MLBs (multi‑layer boards) from early design through production.
• Managing SMT and FATP builds end‑to‑end, including schedule, quality, and yield optimization.
• Hands‑on APAC CM (Contract Manufacturer) management, including flex vendor engagement and supplier readiness.
• Familiarity with small electrical component integration in compact form factors.
• Knowledge of advanced PCB fabrication techniques and materials.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred
• 10+ years of experience in electrical design, Printed circuit board [PCB] development, or related hardware engineering roles.
• Experience with AR wearable device development.
• Prior FAANG or Big Tech a plus

Location:Sunnyvale, CA [Onsite]

Salary Range:The salaryfor this position is between$145,600 - $203,528 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• [medical insurance]
• [dental insurance]
• [vision insurance]
• [401(k) retirement plan]
• [long‑term disability insurance]
• [short‑term disability insurance]
• [5 personal days accrued each calendar year. The Paid time off benefits meet the paid sick and safe time laws that pertains to the City/ State]
• [10-15 days of paid vacation time]
• [6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per calendar year]
• [Ascendion Learning Management System]