Technical Program Manager
Durham, North Carolina
Job Id:
168463
Job Category:
Job Location:
Durham, North Carolina
Security Clearance:
No Clearance
Business Unit:
Piper Companies
Division:
Piper Enterprise Solutions
Position Owner:
Beth Roberts
Piper Companies is seeking a Technical Program Manager to join a leading organization in the electronics and interconnect solutions industry who can sit onsite in Durham, NC in a hybrid position. The ideal Technical Program Manager role is a driven professional who excels at managing complex technical programs, maintaining strong customer relationships, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance electronic and interconnect solutions.
Responsibilities for the Technical Program Manager:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customer program management teams, ensuring alignment on expectations and deliverables.
- Lead customer lifecycle management activities, including daily meetings, status updates, and requirement tracking.
- Define and manage program scope, timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure successful execution.
- Collaborate with product managers, engineering, and manufacturing teams to drive program success and resolve bottlenecks.
- Translate customer requirements such as demand forecasts, delivery schedules, and specifications into actionable internal plans.
- Track program performance and proactively identify risks, resource gaps, and dependencies.
- Provide regular reporting to leadership and escalate critical issues to maintain project continuity.
- Drive cross-functional alignment to ensure product delivery meets quality, cost, and timeline objectives.
Qualifications for the Technical Program Manager:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
- 5+ years of experience in program or project management, preferably within complex technical environments.
- Experience within the interconnect, electronics, or high-speed connector industry strongly preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
- Proficiency with project management tools and methodologies.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Compensation for the Program Manager – High Speed Backplane includes:
- Salary range: $120,000 - $160,000 annually (depending on experience)
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO
This job opens for applications on 6/25/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
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