R&D Project Manager - RF & Wireless Technologies

Role: R&D Project Manager - RF & Wireless Technologies Location: Kista, Stockholm, Sweden Salary: 80,000–80,000 SEK per month The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and technically minded R&D Project Manager to lead innovative research and development projects within advanced antenna technology. Based in Kista, Stockholm, this is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of complex engineering projects, working alongside highly skilled specialists to develop next-generation antenna solutions. You will play a pivotal role in driving projects from initial concept and feasibility through design, development, testing, validation and final delivery. Combining strong project management expertise with an understanding of RF engineering, antenna systems and electromagnetic principles, you will ensure that technical innovation is translated into successful products and business outcomes. Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and senior stakeholders, you will drive collaboration, manage priorities and ensure projects are delivered to agreed technical, commercial, quality and schedule requirements. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead end-to-end R&D projects focused on antenna technology and product development.
• Establish project objectives, scope, deliverables, milestones, budgets and delivery schedules.
• Drive projects through all stages of the development lifecycle, ensuring alignment with business and technology strategies.
• Monitor progress, manage dependencies and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Ensure successful delivery against agreed timelines, budgets and technical specifications.

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams comprising RF engineers, antenna designers, mechanical engineers, software developers and other technical specialists.
• Establish clear project responsibilities, priorities and performance expectations.
• Facilitate effective communication and decision-making across engineering, management and business functions.
• Build a collaborative environment that encourages accountability, innovation and continuous improvement.

Risk & Change Management

• Identify and assess technical, operational and commercial risks.
• Develop mitigation strategies to protect project delivery and minimise disruption.
• Manage changes to project scope, priorities, schedules and budgets.
• Provide clear and timely updates to project sponsors and senior stakeholders.

Quality, Testing & Compliance

• Ensure projects meet relevant quality standards, regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Coordinate engineering testing, technical validation and certification activities.
• Maintain robust project documentation, including plans, schedules, risk registers and progress reports.
• Present project updates, achievements, risks and key decisions to senior management.

Skills & Experience We are looking for a confident project management professional who combines strong technical understanding with proven experience delivering complex engineering or technology development projects. Essential Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Electronics, Physics or a related technical discipline.
• Demonstrable experience managing R&D, engineering or technology-driven product development projects.
• Good understanding of antenna technology, RF engineering and electromagnetic principles.
• Experience leading complex, multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Proven ability to manage projects from concept through development, testing and delivery.
• Strong knowledge of project planning, budgeting, scheduling, resource management and risk control.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to engage confidently with technical specialists and senior business stakeholders.

Desirable Experience

• PMP, PRINCE2 or an equivalent project management qualification.
• Background in antenna systems, wireless communications, telecommunications or RF technology.
• Experience with hardware development, engineering verification, testing and product industrialisation.
• Familiarity with established project management methodologies and tools.

Important eligibility requirement: Due to the nature of the projects, applicants must hold Swedish citizenship. Applications from candidates who do not meet this requirement cannot be considered.. Please send across a CV if you wish to apply.