Operations Program Lead: NPI & Scale Execution

Boston Dynamics; Waltham (MA); Presencial; USD 134.000 - 167.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Boston Dynamics in Waltham, MA is seeking an Operations Program Manager to lead cross-functional programs bridging Engineering and scalable manufacturing. You will head an “Operations Core Team” across TechOps, Production Control, and Supply Chain to ensure timely delivery and smooth transitions from development to production.

The ideal candidate holds a BS+ in engineering and 5+ years in program management, with proven ability to manage NPIs, cross-functional change, and effective stakeholder

Formación

• BS or higher in Engineering or technical field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a program management role, handling multiple programs and schedules.
• Familiarity with mass manufacturing readiness and transferring production operations to new facilities.
• Experience in cross-functional NPIs and change management in software, firmware, mechanical and electrical design.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to understand the big picture while retaining technical details.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to distill complex information into concise formats (presentations, white papers, status updates).
• Proven ability to leverage project management tools, methodologies, and techniques across the product life cycle.

Responsabilidades

• Lead an Operations Core Team and align stakeholders to common program goals.
• Create and manage resource-loaded schedules; drive gap closure and allocate resources.
• Build and oversee NPI plans; spend time on the production floor to resolve bottlenecks.
• Identify and mitigate risks; manage change implementation within Operations.
• Make critical prioritization decisions to keep programs on track.
• Synthesize performance data and lessons learned; escalate risks to leadership.
• Develop sustainable processes in cross-functional groups to prevent recurring issues.

Conocimientos

Cross-functional leadership

Program management

NPI program management

Mass manufacturing readiness

Stakeholder communication

Risk and change management

Budget and resource planning

Problem solving

Process improvement

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Herramientas

Google Suite

JIRA/Atlassian Products

JAMA

Descripción del empleo

Boston Dynamics in Waltham, MA is seeking an Operations Program Manager to lead cross-functional programs bridging Engineering and scalable manufacturing. You will head an “Operations Core Team” across TechOps, Production Control, and Supply Chain to ensure timely delivery and smooth transitions from development to production.

The ideal candidate holds a BS+ in engineering and 5+ years in program management, with proven ability to manage NPIs, cross-functional change, and effective stakeholder