Program Analyst, Staff - Automotive Chipset

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 101,800 - 152,800; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm is seeking a Program Analyst, Staff in San Diego to join the Automotive Chipset Program Management team. This role involves managing complex tasks, analyzing trends, and coordinating cross-functional relationships to drive program success.

The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset. Candidates must have at least a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. The position offers an annual salary range of $101,800 to $152,800.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years in program planning or 4+ years of relevant work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in program planning and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage chipset and hardware forecasting and scheduling.
• Analyze program data and identify trends.
• Coordinate manufacturing plans and communicate impacts.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Project planning

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

SharePoint

Agile tools

Job description

General Summary

The Program Analyst, Staff will join the Automotive Chipset Program Management organization in San Diego, partnering closely with Program Managers and cross-functional stakeholders to drive end-to-end program execution. This role requires a highly proactive, self-directed individual with strong analytical problem‑solving capabilities, deep program knowledge, and the ability to lead complex initiatives with minimal guidance. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, anticipates risks, and independently drives solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute complex tasks including chipset and hardware forecasting, deliverable scheduling, and issue resolution.
• Develop and maintain program data and metrics; analyze trends using tools (e.g., pivot tables, charts) and identify inconsistencies with recommended actions.
• Coordinate with manufacturing on build plans, orders, and allocations; communicate impacts, status, and solutions across teams.
• Align supply plans with customer demand in collaboration with Sales and Operations.
• Create and maintain chipset MCNs; understand platform variances and necessary ECCN requests.
• Partner with chipset operations and engineering to support forecasts, deliverables, and allocations aligned with program timelines.
• Lead Bring‑Up (BU) activities, including lab planning, equipment coordination, guidance documentation, and logistics.
• Manage shipping logistics, including coordination, tracking, and issue resolution.
• Support team engagement activities including Bring Up events and programs related orders.
• Communicate and Escalate changes to timelines, priorities, and deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field OR Associate's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of relevant work experience OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 4+ years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in program planning, scheduling, and analysis with an understanding of project constraints.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing processes, including production and materials planning.
• Experience with SharePoint, MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio), Agile tools, and data analysis techniques (e.g., pivot tables).

Additional Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with aptitude for learning new tools and systems.
• Effective interpersonal and relationship‑building skills to drive collaboration and results.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Agile tools.
• Familiarity with technical/engineering terminology.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and meet tight deadlines.

Employment Details

This position is office‑based in San Diego, CA and is expected to comply with the company's onsite work policy. It is a U.S.‑based role and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits

$101,800.00 - $152,800.00

Equal Employment Opportunity

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.