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On-site Sr Software Engineer opportunity in El Segundo, CA. Relocation assistance. 100% on-site. In this role, you will be responsible for the architecture, design, and implementation of mission-critical software that enables spacecraft control, autonomy, communication, and safety.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder).

What you will do:

• Lead the design and development of Space Kinetic's flight software, including guidance, navigation, control (GNC), telemetry, command, and fault management systems.
• Define software requirements, interfaces, and verification strategies in coordination with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Develop robust, real-time, and fault-tolerant software using C/C++ and/or Rust in embedded or RTOS environments.
• Perform software design reviews, code reviews, and verification activities to ensure safety, reliability, and performance compliance with space flight standards.
• Mentor and guide software engineers through technical leadership, code quality enforcement, and system-level integration.
• Support spacecraft-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and flight simulation testing environments.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of software development processes, tools, and best practices.
• Participate in mission readiness reviews, anomaly resolution, and on-orbit software updates and maintenance.

What is needed

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering
• 10+ years of experience developing embedded or real-time software for space, aerospace, robotics, or mission-critical systems
• Proven experience leading software development through all phases of the system lifecycle
• Strong proficiency in C/C++, with working knowledge of Python or scripting languages
• Familiarity with RTOS, bare-metal programming, or Linux-based embedded systems
• Deep understanding of software reliability, deterministic timing, concurrency, and resource management
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance
• Domestic travel up to 15%

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with flight software frameworks (e.g., NASA cFS, F' FPrime, or custom architectures)
• Familiarity with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and interface control documentation
• Knowledge of space communication protocols (CCSDS, SpaceWire, MIL-STD-1553, etc.)

Benefits:

• Equity-Based Compensation
• Highly Competitive PTO and Holiday Calendar
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Unique Performance-Based Bonus Structure
• Health and Wellness Stipend
• Commuter Benefits

About Castelion

Castelion is bringing a new approach to defense development and production: one that focuses on short, iterative design cycles, rapid testing in development, and modern commercial manufacturing strategies for production at scale. We’re designing, building, and testing next generation long range strike weapons systems to give America and its Allies a definitive edge and deter future conflicts.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Mechanisms/Test

Castelion is seeking an expert in the manufacture and design of complex mechanisms for our in-house hypersonic vehicle development. This role will work closely with design engineering and technician teams to build and execute on testing and validation efforts to keep pace with the research and development timetable of our products. You will be apart of a team responsible for serving as a critical node in implementing feedback from testing and validation efforts, streamlining designs and implementing manufacturing changes to quickly mature our products for flight testing and production. Desire for product and process ownership is a must in this role.

Responsibilities

• Work with component design engineering teams to determine the manufacturing and testing feasibility of products
• Operate as a standalone resource responsible for a family of mechanisms
• Architect, mature and develop testing and validation procedures for a wide array of complex mechanisms
• Generate concept proposals in alignment with R&D efforts to help attribute requirements gathering
• Down select solutions generated based on quantifiable vehicle attributes, system cost and weight
• Propose and defend solutions in engineering review meetings
• Develop and refine process documentation including build instructions, test and validation procedures, health and safety standards, and mBOMs
• Create, maintain, and communicate detailed production plans and schedules
• Work closely with supply chain to develop new and existing suppliers as needed
• Design, develop and implement production tooling and equipment
• Participate in design reviews to drive design for manufacturing (DFM)
• Oversee introduction and implementation of new products and manufacturing capabilities
• Analyze and resolve manufacturing issues and non-conformances
• Develop, mentor, and train peers and colleagues

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or manufacturing engineering, or other technical degree.
• 5+ years of mechanisms manufacturing, testing and validation experience
• Experience with operations/product line management
• Demonstrated direct or indirect leadership
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (NX preferred)
• Experience in selection, procurement, and implementation/validation of manufacturing equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in mechanisms design, testing and validation from high volume production environments
• Experience developing comprehensive testing and validation procedures and the required documentation processes
• Experience in qualification and acceptance testing of complex aerospace mechanisms
• Working experience with capacity modeling, process mapping, Lean/Six Sigma and value stream mapping
• Experience in transitioning development processes to rate production

Additional Requirements

• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
• Must be able to travel up to 10%
• All employees are granted long-term stock incentives as part of their employment as Castelion. All employees receive access to comprehensive medial, vision, and dental insurance, and the company offers three weeks of paid time off per year.

Leadership Qualities

Bias to Action and Creative Problem Solving. Desire and experience questioning assumptions in ways that lead to break through ideas that are ultimately implemented. Successfully bring in applicable processes/concepts/materials from other industries to achieve efficiency gains. Ability to personally resolve minor issues in development without requiring significant support.

High Commitment, High Initiative. A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for Castelion’s mission and consistently look for ways to contribute to the company’s technical goals and prevent hardware blockers. Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere. Strong sense of accountability and integrity.

Clear Communicator. Proactively communicates blockers. Trusted in previous roles to be voice of company with regulators, suppliers, gate keepers and customers. Capable of tactfully managing relationships with stakeholders to achieve company-desired outcomes without compromising relationships. Emails, IMs and verbal interactions are logical, drive clarity, and detailed enough to eliminate ambiguity.

ITAR Requirements:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Employment with Castelion is governed on the basis of competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

About Wave Health

Wave Health, powered by Treatment Technologies & Insights, Inc. (TTI), aims to improve treatment experiences and outcomes for patients with cancer and chronic illnesses. We develop custom software and mobile applications to help patients manage their treatment and generate insights on their personal experiences with high-acuity or chronic conditions.

We have aggressive plans to continually enhance our infrastructure, and due to ongoing partnerships and strategic growth, we are seeking to grow our Engineering Team.

The Role

TTI is looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join our platform team. This team member will play a critical role in designing and building the APIs and services that power the Wave Health platform.

As part of a team providing core system functionality that other engineers build upon, we are looking for someone who can not only tackle tough technical problems but also collaborate and evangelize best practices across teams. We value engineers who bring fresh ideas and are willing to own problems through to a solution. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced startup culture and have experience architecting complex, production-grade healthcare systems.

This is a Hybrid (in-office 3x per week) role.

Required Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
• Solid understanding of Computer Science fundamentals
• 5+ years of relevant backend engineering experience
• Proficiency in PHP and the Laravel framework
• Strong experience with MySQL, including query optimization, indexing strategies, and database architecture
• Experience designing and building RESTful APIs at scale
• Experience in architecting complex systems with high security, reliability, and scalability requirements
• Familiarity with healthcare data privacy requirements (e.g., HIPAA compliance)
• Experience contributing to architecture decisions in production environments, handling sensitive data
• Ability to mentor and support other engineers through code reviews and technical guidance

Nice to Have

• Experience with AWS services (EC2, EKS, RDS, S3, CloudFormation, etc.)
• Knowledge of HL7 FHIR standards and healthcare interoperability protocols
• Experience integrating with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
• Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Experience with microservices architecture patterns
• Exposure to mobile API development for iOS and Android platforms

What You Will Do

• Design, build, and maintain backend services and APIs that power the Wave Health platform
• Architect scalable solutions for chronic condition management and patient data workflows
• Collaborate with mobile (iOS and Android) teams to define and optimize API contracts
• Drive technical decisions on system design, data modeling, and service architecture
• Ensure platform security and compliance with healthcare regulations (HIPAA, GDPR)
• Improve system reliability, performance, and observability across the platform
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices and standards



Why Wave Health

• Mission-driven work improving the lives of cancer and chronic illness patients
• Small, collaborative engineering team where your contributions have an outsized impact
• Opportunity to shape the technical direction of a growing healthcare platform
• Work with modern tooling and cloud-native infrastructure
• Fast-paced startup environment with room for growth and leadership

Expected Salary Range: $130 - 150k

Lab Technician – Materials Testing

Location: El Segundo, CA

Timeline: Immediate start through May (extension possible)

Employment Type: Contract (Full-Time Hours)

Radiant is building portable nuclear microreactors to power the world’s most critical infrastructure. Our mission is to deliver resilient, zero-emissions energy anywhere. To do that, we test aggressively, move quickly, and hold an exceptionally high technical bar.

We are looking for 1–2 Lab Technicians to support mechanical and thermophysical materials testing as we accelerate hardware development.

What You’ll Do

You will support hands-on testing of structural and high-temperature materials critical to reactor performance.

Mechanical Property Testing

• Tensile testing
• Compression testing
• Friction testing
• 3-point and 4-point bending

Thermophysical Property Testing

• Thermal conductivity testing (Laser Flash Analysis – LFA)
• Coefficient of thermal expansion (Dilatometry – DIL)

Lab Operations

• Operate and maintain Instron and other high-value testing equipment
• Perform precision sample preparation and measurements
• Follow detailed lab procedures and safety protocols
• Ensure high data quality and documentation standards
• Support fast test turnaround while maintaining rigor

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering discipline
• OR
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in a materials testing laboratory
• Experience running mechanical test equipment (e.g., Instron or equivalent)
• Comfort working with high-value, sensitive lab instrumentation
• Strong attention to detail in measurements and documentation
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced hardware environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting both mechanical and thermophysical testing
• Familiarity with LFA and dilatometry equipment
• Ability to analyze test data and write clear, structured test reports
• Experience supporting engineering teams in a product development environment

What Success Looks Like

• Tests are executed safely, accurately, and on schedule
• Data is clean, traceable, and engineering-ready
• Equipment is treated with care and maintained properly
• Reports (if applicable) clearly communicate findings and conclusions

Shape the Future of Waterless Beauty with Olive Tree People

Waterless Beauty is the fastest growing sector in the entire beauty industry, and we are the fastest growing waterless beauty brand disrupting the industry.

Position Overview

Oliveda is seeking a highly skilled Radio Frequency (RF) Physicist with a strong background in electromagnetic theory, RF system design, and signal analysis. This role focuses on developing and analyzing advanced RF technologies and hardware. The ideal candidate will combine deep theoretical knowledge with practical engineering experience to design, model, and evaluate complex electromagnetic systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply advanced electromagnetic theory to design and optimize RF systems and components.
• Design and develop RF hardware including transmitters, receivers, and related subsystems.
• Analyze RF signals and electromagnetic propagation in complex environments.
• Conduct modeling and simulation of RF systems using industry-standard tools.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including electrical engineers, systems engineers, and software developers.
• Perform testing, validation, and troubleshooting of RF systems and hardware prototypes.
• Develop algorithms and methods for signal processing and RF performance analysis.
• Support system integration of RF hardware and technologies.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations our CEO.

Required Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field with specialization in Radio Frequency or Electromagnetics.
• Strong background in electromagnetic theory and RF propagation.
• Experience designing RF hardware and RF systems.
• Experience with signal analysis and RF measurement techniques.
• Proficiency with modeling and simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB, HFSS, CST, ADS, or similar).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with teams and communicate complex technical concepts clearly.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of design and RF front-end architectures.
• Experience with RF testing equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and signal generators.
• Familiarity with electromagnetic compatibility (EMC/EMI) and regulatory standards.
• Experience with advanced signal processing techniques.

Key Competencies

• Advanced analytical thinking
• Innovation and research orientation
• Technical communication
• System-level problem solving

Why Join Oliveda?

• Be part of a global movement reshaping the future of skincare
• Join a fast-growing beauty brand rooted in sustainability, purpose, and innovation
• Opportunity to shape the digital engine that drives our next phase of growth

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-Time, on-site (Culver City, CA)
• Compensation: $110,000 – $130,000 per year (commensurate with experience)
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Health Insurance, plus 401(k)

ERP Manager (Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central)

Location: Torrance, CA (Hybrid work environment)

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary Range: $90,000 – $110,000 annually (commensurate with experience)

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced ERP Manager to lead ERP implementation initiatives while also supporting presales activities and business development efforts. This role combines project management, functional leadership, client-facing presales support, and strategic system planning. The ERP Manager will work closely with executive leadership, sales teams, offshore engineering teams, and clients to design ERP solutions that align with operational and financial objectives. This role also requires occasional travel to client sites to support implementation activities, user testing, and training.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Leadership & Delivery

· Lead full-cycle ERP implementation projects from discovery to go-live and post-launch support

· Develop and manage project plans, budgets, and resource allocations

· Manage risks, scope, and client expectations

· Ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery

· Coordinate with offshore engineering teams to optimize task allocation and maintain development quality

2. Presales & Solution Consulting

· Participate in client discovery meetings and requirements workshops

· Provide solution design support during proposal development

· Prepare high-level solution architecture and implementation approaches

· Estimate project scope, timelines, and resource requirements

· Support RFP/RFI responses and client presentations

· Partner with Sales to help close ERP-related opportunities

3. Business & Functional Leadership

· Translate business requirements into functional ERP configurations

· Advise clients on best practices in Finance, Sales, Purchasing, and Inventory processes

· Identify opportunities for automation and operational efficiency

· Align ERP capabilities with financial reporting and management needs

4. Team & Executive review Management

· Supervise internal ERP consultants and coordinate with external vendors

· Work with global/HQ teams on cross-border ERP initiatives

· Collaborate with offshore engineers to ensure efficient delivery and consistent implementation quality

· Mentor junior consultants and build internal ERP capabilities

· Communicate effectively with executive leadership and department heads

5. Governance & Continuous Improvement

· Support user acceptance testing (UAT) and implementation readiness

· Provide client training and guidance to ensure successful system adoption

· Travel to client sites when needed to assist with testing, training, and implementation support

· Establish ERP governance and documentation standards

· Monitor system performance and recommend enhancements

· Drive adoption of Microsoft ecosystem tools (Power Platform, reporting tools, etc.)

Required Qualifications

· 5+ years of ERP implementation experience

· 2+ years of project leadership or PM experience

· Experience participating in presales or solution consulting activities

· Strong experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central preferred

· Solid understanding of Finance, Accounting, Sales, Purchasing, and Inventory processes

· Experience preparing project estimates and implementation plans

· Experience collaborating with offshore or distributed engineering teams

· Willingness to travel to client sites for testing support and user training when needed

· Excellent client-facing communication skills

· Business-level Japanese proficiency (日常会話レベル以上)

· Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

· Must be available for hybrid work

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience in IT services or ERP consulting firms

· Experience supporting Japanese subsidiaries in the U.S.

· Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform

· PMP certification or equivalent

· Experience in manufacturing or distribution environments

Number of Openings

DMF is looking for a recent Electrical Engineering graduate with a passion for electronics and circuit design to join our new product development team. In this role you will work on developing industry leading LED lighting and IOT products with exposure to everything from ideation to detailed circuit design, analysis, prototyping and validation. The candidate will be an integral part of a dynamic and growing engineering team with room to innovate, learn and grow rapidly.

This role is onsite in Carson, CA.

The salary range is $75,000 to $100,000 (based on skills/knowledge/experience).

Responsibilities:

• Support the Electrical Engineering team in the design and qualification of compact LED drivers incorporating switch mode power supplies and associated control and communication circuits.
• Execute hardware testing and report results for review.
• Perform detail circuit design, simulation and prototyping under the direction of a senior engineer.
• Troubleshoot field returns, identifying root cause of problem and potential design improvements.
• Work with a cross functional team consisting of Mechanical engineers, Firmware engineers, Industrial Designers, and Project Managers supporting the overall product development effort.
• Follow the company product development process, conduct design reviews and interface with other engineers and departments to ensure an efficient transfer from design to production.

Requirements:

• Passionate about solving problems, using technology, and building product.
• Ideally, 2 or more years of professional experience with exposure to circuit design or testing within the consumer or industrial electronics sector.
• Knowledgeable with the fundamentals of electronics, components, and circuit design
• Hands on experience with electronics through professional experience, personal projects or college assignments.
• Able to communicate in an effective and professional manner (written and oral).
• High level of maturity and organization with a healthy obsession to learn
• Experience with microcontrollers and firmware is a plus.

Responsibilities.

DMF Lighting is a fast-growing leader in the lighting industry, always hard at work engineering what comes next. We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager.

• Pay range is $110,000 to $150,000 annually (depending on experience/knowledge/skills)
• Location: onsite in Carson, CA

In this position, you would be a key part of the senior executive team, working with Sales, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Marketing and external Customers. We are seeking a highly motivated and proactive Project Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong “get things done” attitude, demonstrating the ability to drive projects to successful completion with minimal required supervision. This role demands excellent organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results on time and within budget.

Project Execution: Take full ownership of projects from initiation to completion, ensuring all deliverables meet quality standards and deadlines.

Independent Decision-Making: Exhibit strong decision-making capabilities to address challenges and obstacles promptly, maintaining project momentum without the need for constant oversight.

Proactive Problem-Solving: Anticipate potential issues and develop innovative solutions proactively, ensuring smooth project progression.

Team Collaboration: Foster a collaborative work environment, effectively coordinating with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.

Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and milestones.

Resource Management: Efficiently allocating and managing resources, optimizing productivity and project outcomes.

Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance project management efficiency.

Qualifications:

• 4-5 years of proven experience as a Project Manager, preferably in the LED design and manufacturing industry overseeing key projects from start to finish, from initial research to execution.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with a track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• Manage the day-to-day activities of projects, communicate with project teams as necessary to ensure project deliverables are on schedule.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate teams.

• Providing status reports to all stakeholders including the COO.

• Managing project scope and escalating issues where necessary.

• A proactive mindset with a strong focus on problem-solving and achieving results.

• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure.

• Make recommendations to management about schedules, prioritization, and resource allocation with input from team members.

• Familiarity with project management software and tools.

Preferred Attributes:

• A natural self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

• Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements.

• Ability to handle a large variety of details and to work with all levels of organization.

• Proficiently utilize MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and SharePoint.

Nice-to-haves:

• Lighting or consumer electronics industry experience

• Bilingual (Chinese and English)

Company Description

DMF Lighting designs and builds industry-leading LED downlighting that sets the standard for flexibility, performance, and quality. Founded over 30 years ago, DMF has grown into a leader in the lighting industry, driven by a passion for innovation and customer service.

Our in-house engineers constantly push the boundaries of lighting, delivering products that combine exceptional performance with beautiful design. At DMF, we believe in a collaborative, forward-thinking culture that empowers our team to bring creative ideas to life and make a lasting impact. If you’re looking for a company where creativity and innovation are part of the DNA, DMF is the place for you.

DMF Lighting is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DMF Lighting is a fast-growing leader in the lighting industry, always hard at work engineering what comes next. We have an exciting opportunity for a Lighting Design Project Coordinator.

• Pay range is $55,000 to $80,000 annually (based on skills/knowledge/experience)
• Location: onsite in Carson, CA

The Project Coordinator will collaborate closely with our design team, dealers, and representatives to intake new projects, conduct scope calls to establish project parameters, and work alongside account managers to facilitate invoices. They must possess the capability to read and understand construction sets to evaluate if all essential information for initiating the project has been received. Additionally, they will monitor project status, maintain project log and coordinate with multiple disciplines to acquire the necessary documentation.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

· Initial project intake and processing

· Effectively review documentation and assess missing information needed for design services

· Communicate with clients, designers and sales teams on additional information needed to complete projects in a timely manner

· Communicate with clients on project deadlines and give updates on progress

· Update and maintain team calendar and project coordination board

· Would conduct initial calls to clarify project scope, services required, product needs and client specific direction.

· Produce clear documentation that summarizes initial call information to communicate to design team for successful deliverables that satisfies clients requirements

· Collaborate with account managers to provide quotations

· Display a commitment to quality by following required procedures and practices; take all appropriate measures to ensure quality

· Work with assigned outside sales managers to track the status of projects in the pipeline and to maintain customer satisfaction with project deliverables and processes.

· Identify and assess customers’ needs to achieve satisfaction

· Self-motivated individual with ability to complete tasks in a timely manner

Primary Job Requirements:

· 3-5 years of project management or experience in related fields such as interior design, architecture, or lighting design.

· Demonstrated knowledge of design sets (plans, elevations, sections etc.)

· Successful history of written and verbal customer communication skills

· Demonstrated proficiency in administrative and documentation procedures

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite of products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

· Proficient with AutoCAD not required but would be a plus

· Must have the ability to manage multiple and shifting priorities in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment

· Must have a high degree of initiative and the ability to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and meet deadlines as required

Educational Requirements: High School Diploma. Bachelor’s degree in interior design, Architecture or Architectural Engineering

Program Proficiencies: Microsoft suite, Bluebeam Revu, AutoCAD (a plus), Outlook

Company Description

DMF Lighting designs and builds industry-leading LED downlighting that sets the standard for flexibility, performance, and quality. Founded over 30 years ago, DMF has grown into a leader in the lighting industry, driven by a passion for innovation and customer service.

Our in-house engineers constantly push the boundaries of lighting, delivering products that combine exceptional performance with beautiful design. At DMF, we believe in a collaborative, forward-thinking culture that empowers our team to bring creative ideas to life and make a lasting impact. If you’re looking for a company where creativity and innovation are part of the DNA, DMF is the place for you.

DMF Lighting is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Leading Activewear Brand is seeking a Product Development Manager to join their team!

W2 Contract: 40 hours/week

Location: El Segundo, CA

Employment Type: Freelance/Contract

Hybrid Work Schedule- 3 days in office

The Product Development Manager is a technical leader and hands-on contributor in the apparel product creation process. This role partners closely with Design, Fabric R&D, Production, Technical Design, Sourcing, and vendors to translate design concepts into manufacturable, high-quality, margin-conscious product. You will manage seasonal development from concept through handoff, ensuring prototypes, BOMs, and key milestones are delivered accurately and on time while coaching junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate design intent into executable prototypes, providing clear guidance on construction, materials, trims, and finishes.
• Approve construction methods and work with vendors to identify feasible, cost-appropriate solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend material or construction alternatives to support margin goals without sacrificing quality.
• Review samples for accuracy, craftsmanship, fit alignment, and adherence to specifications.
• Use PLM and related tools to maintain accurate BOMs, version control, and development data integrity.
• Troubleshoot development issues and partner with Technical Design on construction and fit challenges.
• Own the seasonal development calendar for assigned categories, ensuring all cross-functional milestones are met.
• Track and enforce development KPIs (e.g., on-time proto delivery, BOM accuracy, approval cycle timing).
• Support cost engineering and should-cost alignment with Sourcing; track cost changes and material commitments.
• Anticipate and respond to supply chain disruptions with proactive solution options.
• Manage day-to-day vendor communication, timelines, expectations, and accountability to deadlines.
• Collaborate closely with Design, Sourcing, Tech Design, Planning, and Merchandising to ensure alignment and timely execution.
• Communicate technical information clearly and document key development decisions.
• Coach and review work of junior developers, ensuring process consistency and technical rigor.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of product development or product creation experience in apparel or closely related fields.
• Deep knowledge of materials, trims, garment construction, and manufacturing processes.
• Proven experience turning design concepts into executable, production-ready product.
• Strong PLM skills with a track record of maintaining accurate BOMs and development data.
• Experience with cost engineering and identifying feasible construction or material alternatives.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience coaching junior team members and reviewing work for accuracy and completeness.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage large projects or full seasonal development cycles.

Apply today for consideration!