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Operations Program Manager (NPI)

Santa Clara, CA
full-timeseniorPhotonics / Defense

Description

You will lead multiple hardware device programs through new product introduction (NPI), managing in-house and factory execution to meet customer demand. You will drive manufacturing readiness, yield improvement, and cost optimization while coordinating cross-functional teams and contract manufacturers for successful product launches.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
  • 5-10 years in manufacturing operations or related technical field
  • 5+ years of program management experience leading complex hardware programs
  • Direct experience with contract manufacturers
  • Must be a U.S. citizen due to government contracts

Responsibilities

  • Lead manufacturing readiness and operations milestones from EVT through PVT to CM transition
  • Drive factory execution, yield performance, and channel fill readiness for launch targets
  • Lead cost optimization, budget oversight, and risk mitigation strategies
  • Establish and qualify production lines through EVT, DVT, and PVT
  • Lead operations core team and NPI program reviews with cross-functional teams
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