Technical Program Manager (PCB Hardware)
Company: Tailored Management
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Technical Program Manager (PCB Hardware) Location: Fully remote
(US Only) Pay Rate: $90/hr on W2 Contract: 12 months (expected
extension/conversion) Schedule: MondayFriday, 40 hours/week Start
Date: March Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, paid vacation & sick
leave, 401(k) This role supports our clients business group focused
on developing next-generation AR wearable devices. Their team is
driving innovation in flexible and rigid circuit board design,
enabling advanced features in compact form factors. Their need
arises from increased project volume and the complexity of
integrating new electrical components into wearable products. Key
Projects/Day-to-Day Responsibilities Responsible for electrical
parts and components in big tech, with a focus on AR wearables and
small electrical components. Work outside standard hours to
accommodate collaboration with APAC vendors. End-to-end ownership
of PCB fabrication , including schematics, layouts, and form
development through to execution and vendor approval for part
fabrication. Experience in wearables, especially AR wearables and
small electrical components. 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. Qualifications:
At least with 5 years in electrical design, PCB development, or
related hardware engineering roles. Experience in wearables or
consumer electronics preferred. Must-Have Skills Direct ownership
of design releases for flexes and MLBs (multi-layer boards) from
early design through production. Experience with development of
PCBAs and flexible circuits 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. Design for
manufacturability and working with design engineers , familiarity
with layout, schematic, Degree in Electrical Engineering or related
field preferred, but not required. Nice-to-Have Skills Familiarity
with small electrical component integration in compact form
factors. Knowledge of advanced PCB fabrication techniques and
materials. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles
County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance
Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance
Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment
with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a
direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the
material job duties of this position. These include the duties and
responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere
to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage
stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit
trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and
accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and
company reputation. TMN
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