NPI Program Manager, X86 Hardware & Global Manufacturing

EITACIES Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

EITACIES Inc. is seeking a Sr. Program Manager to drive development and launches of x86 hardware appliances with global contract manufacturing partners.

You will lead cross-functional teams across Electrical, Software, Product, Mechanical, and Manufacturing to align schedules and ensure successful system integration. The role requires 8+ years in product development and manufacturing, strong program management, risk assessment, and experience with PCBA, DFM, DFA, and supplier management.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in product development and manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Subject Matter Expert in new product introduction for x86 hardware appliances.
• Collaborate on product development with cross-functional teams including Electrical, Software, Product Management, Mechanical, Hardware Validation, Test Engineering, Quality, Compliance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, etc.
• Create schedules for hardware development and prototyping that align with software schedules for smooth system integration.
• Ensure quality and reliability objectives through hardware validation, manufacturing test, and release management.
• Develop phase gate release criteria and secure buy-in from cross-functional teams.
• Facilitate Design for Manufacturing and Design for Assembly processes with global contract manufacturers and PCB fabrication.
• Identify and mitigate risks through early engagement and cross-functional risk assessments.
• Support Test Engineering in meeting Design for Test objectives.
• Lead Product Characterization and Component Characterization to derisk DFM issues.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

NPI

Hardware product development

Vendor and supplier management

Communication

Risk assessment

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Valor

Arena

Jira

CAD

Job description

EITACIES Inc. is seeking a Sr. Program Manager to drive development and launches of x86 hardware appliances with global contract manufacturing partners.

You will lead cross-functional teams across Electrical, Software, Product, Mechanical, and Manufacturing to align schedules and ensure successful system integration. The role requires 8+ years in product development and manufacturing, strong program management, risk assessment, and experience with PCBA, DFM, DFA, and supplier management.