Program Manager

MACOM; Lowell, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

MACOM in Lowell, MA is seeking a Program Manager for the GaN MMIC Product Line to lead development programs from concept through production, coordinating engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain. The role requires strong leadership and the ability to manage scope, milestones, and risk across multiple teams.

The candidate should have 10+ years in RF/microwave or semiconductor program management, excellent communications, and a track record of meeting contractual requirements and delivering

Qualifications

• Requires Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of program management experience in RF/microwave or semiconductor industries.
• Experience managing development programs for Tier 1 Aerospace and Defense companies.
• PMP certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and manage the integrated master project schedule across engineering, manufacturing, test, and supply chain.
• Evaluate and manage program risks and implement mitigation plans.
• Lead cross-functional team meetings and track actions with stakeholders.
• Drive programs through all phases: concept, design, prototype, qualification, production, sustainment.
• Ensure compliance with contracts, statements of work, and technical specs.
• Communicate status, risks, and financial metrics to BU management.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Executive communication

PMP certification

ITAR compliance

MS Office

Education

Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office tools

Job description

MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative, cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing, satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development, wafer fabrication, circuit design, advanced packaging, systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers’ success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power, highest frequency and/or highest data rates.Leading technologies, innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!**Program Manager – GaN MMIC Product Line****Position Overview:**Program management supporting key product development programs in the GaN MMIC Business Unit. The ideal candidate will come to the position with demonstrated experience managing complex development programs from inception.**Key Responsibilities:**Work closely with Business Unit product management and engineering to establish development plans and milestones to meet program/customer requirements.**Oversee the program**• Develop, maintain, and manage the integrated master project schedule across all functions including engineering, manufacturing, test, and supply chain• Evaluate and manage program risks and work with the team to mitigate• Lead team meetings, track actions, and follow up with cross-functional team members• Lead programs through all phases of development including concept, design, prototype builds, qualification, production release, and sustainment• Ensure compliance with customer contractual requirements, statements of work, technical specifications, and program deliverables• Financial Aspects - Revenue tracking, forecasting, margin tracking, Budgets, etc.• Manage scope changes, requirements changes, and program priorities while maintaining alignment with contractual commitments.Make use of your interpersonal skills by building strong relationships with the team both internal to the business unit and outside (operations, sales, quality)Work closely with key customers to convey progress on deliverable milestones by participating in weekly/bi-weekly status meetingsCommunicating with internal and external manufacturing and vendors to ensure on-time deliveryWork with Supply Chain and vendors to manage long-lead materials, subcontractors, capacity planning, and program delivery commitments.Partner with your business unit leaders and legal/contracts team to coordinate customer program deliverables (Supplier Data Requirements, Master Schedules, Contracts)Assist Product Management with proposals and quotations, coordinating with sales and executive managementPresent program status, risks, recovery plans, and financial metrics to business unit management on a regular cadence**Preferred Qualifications:**• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering or equivalent• 10+ years relevant experience in program management in the RF Microwave or Semiconductor Industry• Experience managing development programs for Tier 1 Aerospace and Defense companies• Familiarity with industry standards including JEDEC, AS9100 and MIL STDs• Experience leading programs among cross functional teams• Ability to manage several programs at the same time• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate up and down the organization as well as customers• Experience using MS Office tools• PMP certification preferred but not required• Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are US Persons (US citizens, US nationals, lawful permanent residents) will be considered for this position**EEO:**MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law.**Reasonable Accommodation:**MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process, please call [phone] or email HR\\[e-mail]. Provide your name, phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodation needed, and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.**RSU Eligible**This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses, solely at MACOM’s discretion, subject to individual and company performance.**Salary Range**The Salary Range for this position is $125,000 – $202,000. Actual salary offered to candidate will depend on several factors, including but not limited to, work location, relevant candidates’ experience, education, and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.**Benefits:** This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:• Health, dental, and vision insurance.• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.• Paid time off.• Professional development opportunities.All personal information MACOM gathers from job applicants is handled in accordance with its **Privacy Policy**. 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