Sr. Manager, Technical Program Manager

COHERENT; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 262,000; Full time

Job summary

COHERENT in Sunnyvale, CA seeks a seasoned Technical Program Manager to lead end-to-end programs from initiation through delivery. You will manage R&D, NPI and manufacturing activities to meet customer specs and schedules, while collaborating with stakeholders to define scope, goals and success metrics.

The role requires an advanced degree in an opto-electronic field and 15+ years in technical or product-line management. Fluency in English is essential; Mandarin a plus.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in optical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or other opto-electronic discipline.
• 15+ years in technical program management or product line management.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of technical programs from initiation to delivery.
• Manage R&D, NPI and manufacture activities to meet customer specs and delivery times.
• Define program scope, goals, success metrics and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Create and manage detailed project plans, schedules, resources and risk mitigation.
• Monitor progress, identify and resolve issues, ensure accountability across teams.
• Maintain cost models and drive cost improvements.
• Interface with customers and leads engagements, including presentations and issue resolution.
• Communicate program status, risks and milestones to stakeholders and leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes, tools and execution efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Bilingual English/Chinese

Education

Advanced degree (optical/elec engineering or physics)

Job description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end execution of technical programs from initiation to delivery.

• Manage the R&D, NPI and manufacture activities to meet the customer target spec and delivery time schedule.

• Defineprogramscope,goals,successmetrics,anddeliverablesincollaborationwith stakeholders.

• Createandmanagedetailedprojectplans,schedules,resourceallocations,andrisk mitigation strategies.

• Monitorprogress,identifyandresolveissues,andensureaccountabilityacrossall teams.

• Maintain cost models and drive organizations to improve them.

• Interfacewithcustomersandleadsuchengagements,includingpresentationsand issue resolution.

• Communicateprogramstatus,risks,andmilestonesclearlytostakeholdersand executive leadership.

• Drive continuous improvement in processes, tools, and execution efficiency.

Education & Experience

• Advanceddegreeinopticalengineering,electricalengineering,physics,orother opto-electronic discipline.

• 15+ years in technical program management or product line management

Skills

• Strong organizational and leadership skills

• Excellentformalandinformalcommunicationsskills,includingwrittenandoral discussions

• Ability to function effectively in both technical and business environments.

• Able to function in English.Mandarin Chinese proficiency is a plus.

Working Conditions

• This position is on-site in Sunnyvale, CA

• May require occasional off-site meetings or travel

• Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary

• Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job

• Mayrequireoccasionalovertimeandflexibilityinworkhourstoaccommodatethe executive's needs

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or conducting meetings.

• Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.

• Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.

• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

• Mobility within the office environment to attend meetings or interact with colleagues.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

E nthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

ABOUT US

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Job Identification: 2015188

Job Schedule: Full time

Pay Scale: $189,500 - $262,250 per year