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Senior/Staff Technical Program Manager

Vehicle Hardware

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Lightship RV

Lightship RV

51-200 employees

Manufactures all-electric recreational vehicles

Automotive & Transportation
Energy
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$125k - $139kAnnually

+ Equity

Senior, Expert

Broomfield, CO, USA

Category
Engineering Management
Product Engineering Management
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or equivalent professional exposure.
  • Minimum of 8 years of total experience, including:
  • 5+ years of professional experience in technical program management or equivalent.
  • 3-5 years of experience as a technical hardware contributor or equivalent.
  • Strong track record of successfully managing large cross-functional hardware projects from concept to launch.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, collaboration skills, and the ability to present complex technical problems to executive leadership.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applicable in both technical and non-technical areas.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead high-complexity projects with large, cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with various levels of ambiguity.
  • Proficiency in grasping complex technical topics and abstracting key issues and risks into actionable forms.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, design, supply chain, finance, product, manufacturing, and quality to ensure seamless project execution.
  • Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, develop contingency plans, and provide regular status updates and recommendations to stakeholders across the company.
  • Create and maintain detailed project timelines and plans, considering workflow interdependencies.
  • Manage and execute programs end-to-end, escalating decisions when necessary, and balancing constraints across stakeholders.
  • Develop templates, workflows, and processes tailored to the team's needs.
  • Recommend program, product, engineering, strategy, and operational changes as needed.
  • Consistently document outcomes and decisions, and effectively communicate them to affected teams.
  • Foster collaboration, build trust, break down silos, and gain buy-in across the company.

Lightship RV is focused on creating all-electric recreational vehicles, specifically electric travel trailers, with their main product being the Aero Electric L1 travel trailer. This trailer is designed to offer a sustainable travel experience, featuring integrated solar panels and an all-electric system. The company targets environmentally conscious travelers, including both electric vehicle owners and those looking to switch to more sustainable travel options. Unlike traditional RV manufacturers, Lightship RV emphasizes eco-friendliness and sustainability in its products. The goal is to provide a unique travel experience that minimizes carbon footprints while enjoying outdoor adventures. Lightship RV sells its trailers directly through its website and may also offer accessories and maintenance services in the future.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$61.2M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2020

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

16%

1 year growth

53%

2 year growth

157%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Securing $34M in Series B funding indicates strong investor confidence and financial stability.
  • The new manufacturing space in Colorado suggests potential for scaling production and meeting growing demand.
  • The involvement of former Tesla, Rivian, Proterra, and Lucid engineers brings a wealth of expertise in automotive EV development, enhancing product innovation.

What critics are saying

  • The high starting price of $125,000 may limit market adoption to a more affluent segment.
  • As a pioneer in electric RVs, Lightship faces the challenge of educating the market and proving the reliability of their new technology.

What makes Lightship RV unique

  • Lightship RV is the first to introduce all-electric travel trailers in the U.S., setting it apart from traditional RV manufacturers.
  • The integration of solar panels and a self-propulsion system in their L1 travel trailer offers a unique eco-friendly travel experience.
  • The company's focus on sustainability and reducing carbon footprints appeals to environmentally conscious travelers, a niche yet growing market.