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R&D Program Manager

ZOLL Medical Corporation
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2026
Acute Care Technology

At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.

The Acute Care Technology division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops and delivers innovative lifesaving products and software solutions to EMS, hospital, public safety, and military customers globally. Products include AEDs, trauma kits, ventilators, temperature management solutions, and more. Our dedicated employees take pride in their commitment to improving patient outcomes while delivering world-class customer service.

At ZOLL, you won’t just have a job. You'll have a career—and a purpose.

Join our team. It’s a great time to be a part of ZOLL!

Job Summary

Based on priorities set by Program Directors, the Program Manager is responsible for driving the new product development for the assigned product line(s).

The individual will be responsible for all projects related to the assigned Program for new developments, and coordinates with the Sustaining Engineering group on post-release support.

Works closely with the engineering functional directors and cross-functional resources involved in the development, manufacture and regulatory requirements of the product line.

The position is technical in nature and the individual must have an engineering background in order to manage and contribute to the development of new products. The projects that will be managed include a mix of new product development, product line extensions, and sustaining engineering releases.

Essential Functions

  • Program management for product line projects
  • Drive the requirements process for projects, capturing the customer, user, regulatory, standards bodies, ZOLL cross functional organizations and ZOLL business needs.
  • Manage the quality and timeliness of the development deliverables across projects
  • Manage the cross functional coordination required of the Program management for development projects
  • Managing the engineering staff reporting directly and indirectly as appropriate
  • Managing matrixed engineering staff’s day-to-day activities and deliverables during projects
  • Manage the project budgets on a monthly basis (establishing, justifying to management and controlling)
  • Ensure compliance to all ZOLL R&D SOPs and Guidelines
  • Instill a culture of urgency with quality output on the development teams under Program Manager’s responsibility

Required/Preferred Education And Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in the field of engineering or hard sciences required
  • Master's Degree or PhD preferred
  • Demonstrated experience in working in a development capacity as a matrixed, cross-disciplinary partner required
  • Portfolio Management Professional (PMP) Preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

  • Knowledge of global standards and regulations for Design Controls, Risk Management, and Electrical Safety for Medical Devices.
  • Demonstrated aptitude for successfully managing multiple projects of varying complexity, within the specified guidelines, timeframes and budgets.
  • Strong process focus and experience
  • Strong business skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong cross-functional/cross-disciplinary partnership behavior
  • Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage projects potentially impacted by change

ZOLL is a fast-growing company that operates in more than 140 countries around the world. Our employees are inspired by a commitment to make a difference in patients' lives, and our culture values innovation, self-motivation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Join us in our efforts to improve outcomes for underserved patients suffering from critical cardiopulmonary conditions and help save more lives.

The Annual Salary For This Position Is

$170,000.00 to $195,000.00

This position is eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the company's bonus plan. Factors which may affect starting salary include geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Details of ZOLL's comprehensive benefits plans can be found at www.zollbenefits.com.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until this position is filled. For fully remote positions, compensation will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local wage laws, including minimum wage requirements, based on the employee’s primary work location.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Salary : $170,000 - $195,000

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