Technical Program Manager

Western Magneticsยท Engineering
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About this role

About Westmag

Westmag is the American manufacturer of drone motors and robot actuators, backed by Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, Lux Capital, NFDG, Menlo Ventures, and other top investors. Westmag is committed to building and scaling in the U.S. to serve the global market. For more information, visit westmag.com.

About the role

As a Technical Program Manager at Westmag, you will be pivotal in driving cross-functional programs that span design, engineering, manufacturing, and customer delivery for drone motors and robot actuators. You will collaborate closely with engineering, product, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure on-time and on-spec delivery of advanced motor and actuator products.

What you'll own

  • Manage end-to-end technical programs, coordinating cross-functional teams to meet project milestones and business goals.
  • Drive program schedules, identify risks, and implement mitigation plans to keep projects on track.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders across engineering, operations, and customers to align on priorities and resolve issues.
  • Facilitate regular program status reviews and ensure transparency in program progress.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimize program management processes and efficiency.

Required qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or related technical field.
  • 5+ years of experience in technical program management, preferably in hardware, motors, robotics, or aerospace industries.
  • Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Experience working closely with engineering and manufacturing teams.
  • Familiarity with Agile or other program management methodologies.
  • Authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred qualifications

  • Experience in drone or robotics sectors.
  • Background in product development lifecycle from design through manufacturing.
  • Project management certification (PMP, Scrum Master, or similar).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Technical Program Manager position at Western Magnetics?
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Where is the Technical Program Manager position at Western Magnetics located?
This Technical Program Manager role at Western Magnetics is based in South San Francisco, California, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Technical Program Manager role at Western Magnetics full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Technical Program Manager role in the Engineering department at Western Magnetics.
Which team or department does the Technical Program Manager at Western Magnetics belong to?
This Technical Program Manager position is part of the Engineering department at Western Magnetics. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Technical Program Manager position at Western Magnetics?
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When was the Technical Program Manager job at Western Magnetics posted?
This Technical Program Manager position at Western Magnetics was posted on Jun 2, 2026. Apply as soon as possible โ€” early applications are often reviewed first.
Technical Program Manager
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