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Technical Program Manager

Machina LabsLos Angeles, California, United StatesOnsite

Company


Machina Labs, founded in 2019 by aerospace and auto industry veterans, is a smart manufacturing company based in Los Angeles, California. Enabled by advancements in artificial intelligence and robotics, Machina Labs is developing modular, software-defined factories of the future. Our mission is to enable Aerospace and Defense agencies to stay agile and efficient in achieving their objectives. The company is backed by leading investors in AI and Deep Tech. We are seeking a technically skilled and execution-focused Technical Program Manager to join our team.

This foundational hire will play a critical role in coordinating across internal engineering teams and external stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of customer projects, with focus on getting Roboformed parts qualified and flying on military aircrafts. You will manage programs from initial scoping to final delivery, ensuring all moving parts are aligned and deadlines are met. 

Key Objectives


Project Scoping


: Define milestones for part DFM and qualification projects, set overall strategy and balance between internal engineering feedback to customer requirements. 

Project Management


: Own end-to-end execution of customer projects, from pre-sales scoping through delivery. Drive timelines, manage internal resources, and ensure milestone accountability. 

Cross-functional Coordination


: Act as the central liaison between Business Development, Engineering and Production teams. Drive alignment, track progress, and manage risk. 

Customer Interface


: Serve as the primary point of contact for technical program execution. Maintain clear and regular communication with customer teams to ensure satisfaction and alignment. 

Essential Functions


  • Lead planning and execution for complex manufacturing and development programs. 
  • Translate customer requirements into technical work plans and coordinate execution across software, robotics, process development, and production. 
  • Manage timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure on-time and high-quality results. 
  • Support proposal development, RFP responses, and technical documentation in collaboration with Business Development teams. 
  • Host regular update meetings and deliver status reports for both internal stakeholders and customers. 
  • Identify process gaps and implement improvements to streamline technical project delivery. 
  • Collaborate with Robotic Process Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers in application engineering and qualification efforts of customer parts.  

Requirements


  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a relevant STEM field. 
  • 5+ years of experience in technical projects or program management roles within robotics, manufacturing, aerospace, or defense environments focused on DFM. 
  • Proven track record of leading cross-functional projects from concept to delivery. 
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail and execution. 

Preferred Qualifications


  • Prior experience with government or defense customers (DoD, aerospace primes, or federal agencies). 
  • Background in application engineering, manufacturing processes, automation, or industrial systems. 
  • Experience establishing TPM processes and best practices in an early-stage or rapidly growing company. 
  • Comfort leading technical discussions around Application Engineering, DFM, quality, and manufacturing engineering topics. 

What Sets You Apart


  • Systems Thinker: Ability to manage complex hardware-software projects with multiple dependencies. 
  • Customer-Focused: Skilled at translating technical work into business outcomes and customer value. 
  • Builder: Comfortable implementing foundational tools, processes, and practices in a growing organization. 
  • Mission-Aligned: Motivated to support innovation in defense and advanced manufacturing. 

$150,000 - $175,000 a year100% coverage of platinum medical, dental, vision, & life insurance plans for employees  Equity. Participation in the quarterly performance-based bonus plan. Relocation stipend if moving from outside of LA. Generous PTO and leave policies.  Machina Labs is an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with state and federal law.  We endeavor to make the job application process accessible to any and all users.

If you have a disability that impacts your ability to complete the job application process and would like to request assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at (888)444-9777. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, not to inquire about the status of applications. Apply for this job

Life at Machina Labs

Machina Labs is introducing unseen flexibility and agility to the centuries-old manufacturing industry. This unlocks rapid iteration improving the design lifecycle and enabling a higher rate of innovation. Machina Labs’ manufacturing platform combines the latest advances in robotics and AI so great ideas can quickly and affordably turn to reality.
Thrive Here & What We Value1. Developing modular manufacturing solutions that can be reconfigured to manufacture new products simply by changing the software.2. Enabling advancements in artificial intelligence and robotics to build smart factories of the future.3. Working towards building the first commercial robotic sheet metal forming machine.4. Funded and backed by major investors in the field of AI and Deep Tech.</s>
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