Senior Program Manager, Engineering

About FluidLogic

At FluidLogic, we're reimagining how humans hydrate. Our Intelligent Hydration systems combine cutting-edge hardware with powerful software to optimize performance, health, and recovery—starting with elite athletes and expanding to everyday adventurers. We believe the future of wellness is precision-driven, personalized, and always evolving—and we're just getting started.

About The Role

As Senior Program Manager, Engineering, you will own end-to-end execution for consumer electronic programs – from concept through ramp and sustaining – aligning Engineering, Design, Operations, and GTM teams. You’ll drive schedule, technical risk management, cost targets, and manufacturing readiness, and you’ll be accountable for leadership-level communication and decision making velocity.

What You'll Do

• Program leadership and accountability
• Own integrated program plans (requirements → EVT/DVT/PVT → ramp) and drive cross-functional execution against schedule, scope, quality, cost, and launch readiness.
• Lead program governance: phase-gate reviews, exec readouts, decision logs, and clear escalation paths.
• Systems Execution
• Own integrated program plans (requirements → EVT/DVT/PVT → ramp) and drive cross-functional execution against schedule, scope, quality, cost, and launch readiness.
• Lead program governance: phase-gate reviews, exec readouts, decision logs, and clear escalation paths.
• Risk, quality, and validation
• Run end-to-end risk management: FMEA-driven mitigation plans, reliability strategy, test coverage, and validation sign-offs.
• Partner with Operations to deliver DV/PV plans, reliability testing, and field issue triage.
• Manufacturing & supply chain leadership
• Lead engagement with contract manufacturers and key suppliers: readiness plans, tooling milestones, build planning, yield tracking, and issue resolution.
• Drive DFM/DFT outcomes and manufacturing ramp metrics (first-pass yield, top defects, throughput constraints).
• Cost & launch readiness
• Manage BOM/COGS targets, tradeoff decisions, and cost-down roadmaps with Engineering Ops.
• Ensure launch readiness across packaging, labeling, regulatory, serviceability, and sustaining plans.
• Team effectiveness
• Build operating rhythm that scales: templates, dashboards, meeting hygiene, and continuous improvement that reduces surprises.
  

What Success Looks Like In This Role

• Programs hit EVT/DVT/PVT gates with clear exit criteria and minimal rework.
• Risks are identified early; mitigation plans are funded and executed.
• Builds run smoothly; yield improves predictably; top issues are closed fast.
• Concise communication focused on risks, decisions, and next steps.
• Product ships on time with quality, cost, and customer experience intact.
  
  

What You'll Bring

• BS in Mechanical/Electrical/System Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• 6-10 years in hardware program management/NPI/hardware systems delivery
• Track record shipping multiple consumer electronics products from concept → ramp
• Hands-on experience leading EVT/DVT/PVT, phase-gate governance, and cross-functional delivery
• Experience with CMs/suppliers, build planning, tooling milestones, and ramp execution
• Strong systems orientation across ME/EE/FW/App dependencies
• Excellent exec communication: tradeoffs, recommendations, and escalation with solutions
  
  

Nice to have

• Regulatory exposure (e.g., FCC/UL/CE), reliability engineering, environmental testing
• Experience with global supply chain constraints, dual-sourcing, long-lead planning
• Medical/wellness or athlete-performance product experience
  
  

Tools We Use

• Smartsheet, MS Office
• Windchill, PLM
  
  

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based out of our El Segundo office, following a hybrid schedule. While some remote flexibility is available, we place a strong emphasis on onsite presence for collaboration, team engagement, and hands-on work.

What We Offer

At FluidLogic, We’re Building Something Exciting—and We Want You To Be Part Of It. As a Fast-paced Startup, We Value Agility, Creativity, And Collaboration. Here’s What You Can Expect When You Join Our Team

• Health & Wellness We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your loved ones covered.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Prepare for the future with our 401(k) plan. While we don’t offer a company match just yet, we’re committed to growing together.
• Unlimited PTO We trust our team to take time off responsibly. Whether it’s for rest, travel, or personal needs, you’re empowered to recharge when needed.
• Flexible Work Schedule We offer flexibility in your day-to-day, with a strong emphasis on in-person collaboration. We believe the best ideas happen when we’re together—sharing, building, and solving problems side by side.
• Company-Provided Equipment You’ll receive a laptop and any essential tools to help you do your best work from day one.
• Snacks & Refreshments Stay fueled with a variety of onsite snacks and beverages to keep your energy up throughout the day.
• Startup Energy Be part of a fast-moving, hands-on environment where your contributions make a real impact. We’re growing quickly, and every team member plays a key role in shaping our future.
• Observed Holidays We observe standard U.S. holidays so you can enjoy time with family and friends.
  
  

The Pay Range For This Role Is

165,000 - 175,000 USD per year(El Segundo)