Staff Engineering Program Manager, Hardware

Hayden AI Engineering Program Manager

Hayden AI is looking for a Senior Engineering Program Manager to own the full hardware product lifecycle from concept to end-of-life. This role will work across engineering, product management, business, and operations to plan and execute programs to deliver Hayden AI's class leading perception platform. In this role they will lead a multi-disciplinary effort across electrical, mechanical, industrial, compliance, validation, manufacturing, and operations to meet product and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive new hardware development from concept through launch, production, deployment, and end of life
• Plan new hardware development articulating product requirements and expectations
• Lead cross-functional execution across electrical, mechanical, industrial design, compliance, validation, manufacturing, and operations
• Define and manage program plans, risks, and timelines with clear communication across stakeholders
• Drive critical validation and system-level performance testing for both hardware and features
• Coordinate with operations and customer teams for installation, service, and support
• Manage hardware field issues, escalations, and continuous improvement
• Oversee hardware product documentation and manage and coordinate hardware compliance

Qualifications