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Hardware Project Manager

Allen, TX · On-site

$85K - $105K/yr

Work with other Hardware, Firmware, and Software project managers to coordinate project dependencies across teams * Liaise with 3rd party vendors and suppliers as appropriate * Maintenance of project ...

Hardware Project Manager

Allen, TX · On-site

$85K - $105K/yr

Work with other Hardware, Firmware, and Software project managers to coordinate project dependencies across teams * Liaise with 3rd party vendors and suppliers as appropriate * Maintenance of project ...

Hardware Project Manager

Lancaster, PA · Hybrid

$95.70K - $113.20K/yr

As Project Manager on our PMO team, you will be responsible for planning and execution of hardware projects - bringing new IQSIGHT camera products to the market in support of our commercial roadmap.

Hardware Project Manager

Lancaster, PA · Hybrid

$95.70K - $113.20K/yr

As Project Manager on our PMO team, you will be responsible for planning and execution of hardware projects - bringing new IQSIGHT camera products to the market in support of our commercial roadmap.

Spaceflight Hardware Project Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$94.10K - $111.30K/yr

The Spaceflight Hardware Project Manager will: * Work with internal project and matrix support to build a successful team for the development, manufacturing, testing, certification, and sustaining ...

Spaceflight Hardware Project Manager

Houston, TX

$94.10K - $111.30K/yr

The Spaceflight Hardware Project Manager will: * Work with internal project and matrix support to build a successful team for the development, manufacturing, testing, certification, and sustaining ...

Hardware Project Manager

Lancaster, PA · On-site

$95.70K - $113.20K/yr

As Project Manager on our PMO team, you will be responsible for planning and execution of hardware projects - bringing new IQSIGHT camera products to the market in support of our commercial roadmap.

Spaceflight Hardware Project Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$94.10K - $111.30K/yr

The Spaceflight Hardware Project Manager will: * Work with internal project and matrix support to build a successful team for the development, manufacturing, testing, certification, and sustaining ...

The ECLSS Flight Hardware Project Manager will: * Perform project management for the sustainment of International Space Station (ISS) and Orion hardware development, manufacturing, and assembly; in ...

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How much do hardware project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for hardware project manager in the United States is $113,676.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,500.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Hardware Project Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hardware Project Manager, you need a solid background in engineering or technical fields, experience with product development cycles, and strong project management expertise, often supported by a relevant degree and PMP or similar certification. Familiarity with project management tools (like MS Project or Jira), CAD software, and manufacturing process systems is typically required. Exceptional leadership, organizational skills, and effective communication help manage cross-functional teams and stakeholders. These skills are crucial for delivering hardware projects on time, within budget, and to specification while navigating complex technical and logistical challenges.

What are the typical challenges a Hardware Project Manager faces when coordinating cross-functional teams?

Hardware Project Managers often encounter challenges in aligning the schedules and priorities of diverse teams such as engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and quality assurance. A key difficulty is managing dependencies and ensuring clear communication, as delays in one area can impact the entire project timeline. Additionally, balancing technical requirements with resource constraints and adapting to unexpected changes in component availability or design can require quick problem-solving and strong leadership. Building strong relationships and fostering collaboration across departments are essential for successful project delivery.

What does a Hardware Project Manager do?

A Hardware Project Manager oversees the planning, development, and execution of hardware projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and according to specified requirements. They coordinate cross-functional teams including engineers, designers, and suppliers, manage project timelines, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle. Their responsibilities also include communicating progress to stakeholders, resolving issues as they arise, and ensuring that final hardware products meet quality standards.

What is the difference between Hardware Project Manager vs Network Project Manager?

AspectHardware Project ManagerNetwork Project Manager
CertificationsPMP, CompTIA Project+PMP, Cisco CCNP
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, hardware developmentIT infrastructure, network deployment
Industry UsageElectronics, hardware manufacturingTelecommunications, IT services

The Hardware Project Manager focuses on managing projects related to physical hardware development and manufacturing, requiring certifications like PMP and experience in hardware environments. In contrast, the Network Project Manager specializes in planning and executing network infrastructure projects, often requiring Cisco certifications. Both roles involve coordinating teams, managing budgets, and ensuring project delivery but differ mainly in their technical focus and industry applications.

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Infographic showing various Hardware Project Manager job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 34% Full Time, and 63% Part Time. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,676 per year, or $54.7 per hour.
Hardware Project Manager

Hardware Project Manager

Motorola

Allen, TX • On-site

$85K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago


Motorola Solutions rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 139 rated electronics manufacturers


Job description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We're a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that's critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.


Department OverviewAt Motorola Solutions we are helping solve some of the biggest challenges
around safety and physical security by developing advanced artificial
intelligence (AI) technologies and products that are used to help keep people,
businesses, and cities around the world safer. Avigilon, a Motorola Solutions
company, designs, develops, and manufactures advanced AI, video analytics,
network video management software and hardware, surveillance cameras, and
access control solutions that help change the way people interact with their
security systems.
Job Description

The Video Security & Access Control (VS&A) Enterprise Physical Security
organization Project Management Team has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to work on the delivery of key products from the company roadmap. Working with an energetic, highly skilled, and diverse team within engineering and across several business functions, the Project Manager will be responsible for early scoping, planning, innovation, execution, control, and closeout of several small to medium-sized projects. Projects are designed and delivered in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment, where customer satisfaction and time to market are key success factors.

Duties vary depending on the nature of projects but will most often include:

  • Create complete project schedule and planning documents including, but not limited to effort estimates, resource requirements, and capital costs

  • Project execution according to the approved project plan and schedule

  • Actively monitor project progress, track outstanding issues and risks and their mitigation plans, follow up on action items, and provide timely project status updates

  • Actively manage and support cross-departmental project teams and technical leaders, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality deliverables

  • Work with manufacturing teams to plan and coordinate prototype production

  • Work with other Hardware, Firmware, and Software project managers to coordinate project dependencies across teams

  • Liaise with 3rd party vendors and suppliers as appropriate

  • Maintenance of project documentation over the life of the project

  • Evolution of project management processes to ensure an efficient project lifecycle

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering

  • A solid understanding of NPI projects and Product Lifecycle Management

  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in a hardware project or program management role is desirable

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certificate is considered a plus

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Background in hardware (mechanical, electrical, firmware) design development

  • Ability to plan and work in a fast paced environment with competing priorities, tight deadlines, and diverse stakeholders

  • Experience developing formal project deliverables including reports, charts, status updates, executive summaries, and presentations

  • Understanding of software development and dependencies in relation to hardware delivery

  • Exceptional organizational skills

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to deliver presentations and concise updates to project sponsors and senior management

  • Proficient use of engineering change management tools such as Agile PLM is considered a plus

  • Proficient use of issue tracking and wiki based tools where familiarity with Atlassian tools is considered a plus

Target Base Salary Range:$85,000 USD - $105,000 USD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

Note: Candidate must be in the Allen, TX office 1-2 days per weeks.

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Basic Requirements
  • Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering

  • AND 4+ years of experience in a hardware project or program management

  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.


Travel RequirementsNone
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced
Referral Payment PlanNo

Our U.S.Benefitsinclude:

  • Incentive Bonus Plans

  • Medical, Dental, Visionbenefits

  • 401K with Company Match

  • 10 Paid Holidays

  • GenerousPaidTime Off Packages

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • PaidParental & Family Leave

  • and more!


EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred skills, we'd still love to hear why you think you'd be a great addition to our team.

We're committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete thisReasonable Accommodations Formso we can assist you.


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About Motorola Solutions

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At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with safety. It's the constant that empowers people to confidently move forward. It can fill a flight or sell out a stadium. It can care for a patient or graduate a class. As a global leader in public safety and enterprise security, we create and connect the technologies that help to keep people safe where they live, learn, work and play. Our integrated technology ecosystem unifies critical communications, video security and access control, and command center software, enabling collaboration in more powerful ways. At Motorola Solutions, we're ushering in a new era in public safety and security. Bring your passion, potential and talents to a career that matters.

Industry

Technology, communication and media

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

1928