Global Senior Program Manager – Optical Communications

Corning; Keller (TX); On-site; USD 184,000 - 253,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid pension

401(k) matching

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Corning is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead multi-disciplinary global teams in developing and delivering new technology solutions within Optical Communications.

You will manage complex programs in a global matrixed organization, owning schedule, performance and budget, and interact with executive sponsors to drive value and alignment with business goals. Domestic and international travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Engineering or other relevant discipline.
• 10+ years total of development of manufactured products, engineering, and/or manufacturing experience with demonstrable project management capability.
• 5+ years of experience at the Manager level.
• Demonstrated personal initiative with a track record of completing challenging business objectives.
• Customer contact experience and translating needs into program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead major product or process development programs involving complex, technically challenging solutions.
• Build and maintain a global program structure with cross-functional teams across regions.
• Establish objectives and develop comprehensive project plans and schedules.
• Secure and utilize external resources to address program needs.
• Direct all phases of technology projects from inception to completion.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Programme management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Six Sigma Black Belt training

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Job description

Corning is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead multi-disciplinary global teams in developing and delivering new technology solutions within Optical Communications.

You will manage complex programs in a global matrixed organization, owning schedule, performance and budget, and interact with executive sponsors to drive value and alignment with business goals. Domestic and international travel is expected.