Hardware Delivery Manager - Hardware & Firmware Product Development

Company Overview: 

At Tactacam, we are a rapidly growing and market-leading outdoor products and technology company. With over 600,000+ active customers worldwide and an expanding product line, we offer exciting opportunities for career growth and personal development. Join us at Tactacam, where innovation, adventure, and limitless possibilities await! 

Job Overview: 

We’re seeking an experienced Hardware Delivery Manager to lead our hardware and firmware product development initiatives. This role is crucial in bridging the gap between product vision and technical execution, ensuring successful delivery of high-quality products from concept to 

mass production. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record of bringing complex products to market. 

Responsibilities: 

 Product Development Leadership 

 Partner with Product Management to translate product vision into comprehensive technical requirements and detailed project plans 

Develop and maintain Engineering Requirements Documents (ERD) based on Product Requirements Documents (PRD) 

Lead cross-functional engineering teams through all phases of product development, from concept to mass production 

Drive technical decision-making while ensuring alignment with business objectives and market requirements 

Technical Program Management 

Establish project schedules, milestones, and resource allocation plans

Coordinate development activities across hardware, firmware, software, and QA teams 

Identify and manage technical risks, implementing mitigation strategies as needed 

Lead technical reviews and design validation processes 

Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements 

Manufacturing and ODM Management 

Build and maintain strong relationships with Asian ODMs 

Oversee prototype development, EVT, DVT, and PVT phases 

Drive manufacturing process optimization and yield improvements 

Manage ODM communications and deliverables 

Ensure product quality meets or exceeds specifications 

Process Improvement 

Implement and optimize development processes to increase efficiency

Establish metrics and KPIs to track project progress and team performance

Drive continuous improvement initiatives across engineering operations 

Document best practices and lessons learned for future programs

Requirements: 

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Master’s degree preferred 

15+ years of product development experience, with emphasis on hardware and firmware Demonstrated success in bringing multiple products from concept to mass production 

Deep technical understanding of hardware design, firmware development, and manufacturing processes 

Extensive experience working with Asian ODMs 

Strong project management skills with PMP certification preferred 

Excellence in cross-functional team leadership and stakeholder management

Technical Expertise 

Hardware design and development 

Firmware architecture and implementation 

Manufacturing processes and DFM principles 

Quality assurance methodologies 

Regulatory compliance requirements 

Project management tools and methodologies 

Preferred Skills: 

Strategic thinking with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities 

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal 

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment 

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality 

Experience with Agile development methodologies 

International travel experience and cultural awareness 

Proven track record of meeting aggressive deadlines 

Comprehensive Benefits Package: 

Our benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage to ensure your well-being. Plan for the future with our 401k plan, and take time off to recharge with PTO. We've got you covered with Disability Insurance and Life Insurance too! 

Location Limitations: 

Please note at this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates based in Alaska (AK), California (CA), Connecticut (CT), Delaware (DE), Hawaii (HI), Louisiana (LA), Massachusetts (MA), New Mexico (NM), New York (NY), Oregon (OR), Washington (WA), Washington, D.C. (DC), Illinois (IL), or Wyoming (WY). We encourage candidates from other locations to apply for our open positions. 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Tactacam is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status. We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive work environment for all, and we encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply for our open positions. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know, and we will be happy to assist.