Skydio
Senior Hardware Operations Program Manager
$170K–$230K
Hayward, California, United States · On-site · Manager · Full-time · Posted Jul 2, 2026
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About the job
Leads cross-functional programs for new and sustaining hardware products, coordinating operational readiness, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and product lifecycle activities.
What you'll do
- Plan and execute hardware development and operations programs, including schedules, targets, risks, and status reporting.
- Lead operations and production readiness reviews and coordinate cross-functional teams.
- Coordinate post-ramp qualification and sustaining work, including product improvements, engineering builds, ECOs, contract manufacturer transitions, and end-of-life planning.
What they ask for
- Functional understanding of manufacturing, quality, supply chain, engineering, and change management across the product development lifecycle.
- Strong electro-mechanical program management background.
- Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Analytical approach to data-based recommendations and tools for tracking project progress.
Nice to have
- Consumer and industrial electronics experience.
- Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days is strongly encouraged; required for certain positions.
Pay
$170,000 - $230,000 USD (base salary)
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