Program Manager - Advanced Battery Manufacturing

Location: Tucson, Arizona (Onsite)

Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Industry: Advanced Battery Technology / Energy Storage

Position Overview

A leading advanced battery technology company is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead cross-functional programs supporting the development and commercialization of next-generation battery cell and battery system technologies. This role will coordinate engineering, R&D, manufacturing, and customer-facing initiatives across high-priority programs serving electrification and high-performance applications.

The ideal candidate brings a strong technical program management background, thrives in fast-paced R&D and manufacturing environments, and has experience leading complex engineering initiatives from development through execution.

This is an urgent onsite opportunity based in Tucson, Arizona.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead and manage complex battery technology programs from concept through production readiness
2. Coordinate cross-functional teams including R&D, engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain
3. Drive schedules, milestones, deliverables, risk mitigation, and resource planning
4. Serve as the primary liaison between technical leads, executive leadership, and external stakeholders
5. Track program performance metrics, budgets, timelines, and reporting requirements
6. Facilitate communication between engineering teams and business leadership to ensure alignment on priorities and deliverables
7. Support commercialization activities related to advanced battery cells and battery systems
8. Ensure programs meet technical, operational, and customer expectations
9. Identify program risks and develop contingency plans to maintain project execution
10. Support strategic initiatives across emerging energy storage and electrification programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Program Management, Business, or related technical discipline
• 5+ years of Program Management experience in a technical or manufacturing environment
• Experience supporting battery technology, energy storage, EV, aerospace, defense, automotive, or advanced manufacturing programs strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of engineering development processes and cross-functional program execution
• Ability to lead technical discussions with engineering and R&D teams
• Proven experience managing schedules, priorities, budgets, and stakeholder communication
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• PMP certification is a plus

Preferred Background

Candidates with experience from advanced manufacturing, aerospace, defense, automotive, semiconductor, or other highly technical product development environments are encouraged to apply.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with target compensation up to $150,000 plus bonus eligibility.
• Benefits Package includes:
  • PPO Medical Plan
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Dental and Vision coverage
  • Competitive employer-paid benefits

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to join an innovative technology company focused on advancing next-generation energy storage solutions. You will play a key role in driving critical development programs in a collaborative, fast-moving, and mission-driven environment.