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Ericsson

Principal AI Hardware Architect

Austin, TX · On-site

We're not hiring someone to manage that problem. We're hiring the person who architects it out of existence. The Role As Principal AI Hardware Architect, you will own the most consequential technical ...

BrainChip, Inc.

ASIC Program Manager

Laguna Hills, CA · Remote

ASIC Program Manager (AI Hardware) Drive the programs that bring silicon to life At BrainChip, we're building a new class of AI hardware. Our neuromorphic processors are designed for real-time, ultra ...

Nvidia

AI Hardware Architect

Austin, TX · On-site

NVIDIA is hiring an AI Hardware Architect to analyze andarchitectthe next generation of Artificial ... Come up withmicroarchitectural solutions for connectivity, coherency, power management, security ...

Nvidia

AI Hardware Architect

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

NVIDIA is hiring an AI Hardware Architect to analyze andarchitectthe next generation of Artificial ... Come up withmicroarchitectural solutions for connectivity, coherency, power management, security ...

Flux

Head of Hardware Design

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Why Flux Flux is taking the hard out of hardware, by developing the first AI Hardware Engineer. Our ... Build out the Hardware Design function - Start as a hands‑on manager with two existing reports ...

SAIC

AI Engineer Associate

Upper Marlboro, MD

$80K - $120K/yr

Stay current with the rapidly evolving AI hardware and software landscape, identifying and ... Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, including managed AI and compute services (e.g ...

Astera Labs

OR · On-site

Lead and manage global AI, Storage, and Networking hardware design programs, ensuring on-time delivery, scope control, and budget adherence * Drive program governance, risk management, and execution ...

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How much do manager ai hardware jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager ai hardware in the United States is $157,515.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $140,500.00 and $168,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Manager Ai Hardware vs AI Hardware Engineer?

AspectManager Ai HardwareAI Hardware Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields; leadership experienceBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields; technical expertise in hardware design
Work EnvironmentTeam leadership, project management, cross-department collaborationDesign, develop, and test AI hardware components
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, AI startups, hardware manufacturersSemiconductor firms, AI hardware startups, research labs

The main difference is that a Manager Ai Hardware oversees teams and projects related to AI hardware development, focusing on management and strategy. In contrast, an AI Hardware Engineer is primarily involved in the technical design and development of AI hardware components. Both roles require similar technical backgrounds, but their responsibilities and focus areas differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Manager Ai Hardware job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, and 10% Part Time. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $157,515 per year, or $75.7 per hour.
Business Operations Manager, AI Hardware (Starlink)

Business Operations Manager, AI Hardware (Starlink)

SpaceX

Bastrop, TX

Other

Posted 28 days ago

SpaceX rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 143 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 60 rated aerospace companies

Job description

 
BUSINESS OPERATIONS MANAGER, AI HARDWARE (STARLINK)
 
SpaceX is leveraging our experience building rockets and spacecraft to develop & manufacture AI Satellites to be used as the most advanced infrastructure backbone for future cutting-edge AI developments. These AI Sats will be used to support Human-friendly AI goals, distributed training clusters, and large-scale model infrastructure. We will design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system. The AI Hardware team is seeking out the best-in-class Business Analysts to maximize AI Satellites' potential for the AI industry and businesses around the globe. This build out will require development across many product types and supply chains to make this goal become a reality
 
The Business Operations Manager (Starlink) role is to enable human life on Mars and proliferate humanity's freedom to communicate through profit improvement at SpaceX. The role combines data analytics with broader business planning, decision-making, and strategy, directly supporting SpaceX leadership. Business operations is embedded in daily operations, supporting both near-term execution and long-term planning. Team members are expected to analyze data and provide recommendations and to lead cross-functional decision-making and implementation of the recommendations. Our team is lean and dynamic, supporting several subgroups: Supply chain, engineering, manufacturing, sales, and growth. We encourage scope increase and variation across subgroups for high performers.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Forecast production demand for the supply chain, production, and engineering teams for various inputs into the product
  • Identify initiatives for improvement of SpaceX's business outlook, including developing, tracking, and executing business initiatives with SpaceX's leadership
  • Build forward looking cost models to serve as a reference point as we start to manufacture new products
  • Provide strategic insights and conclusions based on this analysis
  • Develop key performance indicators, especially cost per unit, revenue, cost of sales, operating expenses and capital expenditures (includes developing business models and decision-making tools)
  • Guide planning and resource management (e.g., headcount, investment, etc.) for specific verticals within SpaceX, including development of business models
  • Work with stakeholders to analyze the impact of proposed business decisions (including actual performance) on SpaceX's business health
  • Manage investments/planning for Supply Chain, Sales, Manufacturing, and Engineering (e.g. return on investment analyses for new technology development, resource planning, marketing, etc.)
  • Support product development by establishing cost targets and guiding Supply Chain, Sales, Engineering, Design, and Manufacturing decisions towards attainment of these targets (i.e. cost vs. performance tradeoffs)
  • Evaluate major CapEx decisions, expansion plans, and business cases on automation, manufacturing scope, insource vs. outsource choices, and location
  • Lead manufacturing cost and sales revenue improvement for all products, including feedback on estimated manufacturing costs and revenue potential for future programs, identification of focus areas for cost and revenue improvement, and execution of identified initiatives
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or economics
  • 4+ years of experience in consulting, engineering, manufacturing, product management, operations, FP&A, banking, or entrepreneurship
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • 4+ years of experience in Excel or programming
  • Evidence of exceptional ability, especially within an ambiguous environment
  • Ability to read and interpret income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
  • Demonstrated success driving tangible impact/influencing within a broader organization
  • Excellent analytical skills (e.g. Python, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, Power Query, Microsoft Office applications, Excel modeling, or similar data manipulation tools etc.)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly with senior business leaders
  • Extreme sense of urgency and ownership
  • Bias toward action and automation
  • Strong interpersonal skills (examples: leading a student organization or working successfully in teams)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with different groups and teams
  • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
  • Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • This position may require the travel between our sites
  • Ability to work extended hours, some nights and/or weekends as needed
  • This role is onsite at our facility in Bastrop, TX, remote work not considered

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