Technical Program Manager, Manufacturing

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Work with team members to translate the top-down corporate strategy and milestones into detailed roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables
• Interface with Engineering and Suppliers to define vehicle and manufacturing validation plans for partial and full crash builds
• Lead manufacturing strategy, assessments, and studies for various programs
• Coordinate and execute launch readiness and start of production
• Support vehicle assembly and test operations by ensuring cross-functional alignment and driving resolution/escalation of any roadblocks
• Collaborate with finance, engineering, procurement, PMO, etc. to define and track resource requirements
• Drive continuous cross-functional alignment by establishing processes, running meetings, and maintaining transparent communication regarding deliverables and potential risks
• Support key decisions by working cross-functionally across engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and finance to reach the right conclusions

Job requirements

• BS or MS degree in an engineering or management discipline
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing program management
• Experience with industrial manufacturing (i.e., automotive, aerospace, robotics, etc.) and the necessary integration with related functions (e.g., logistics, quality, design engineering)
• Strong track record in managing complex cross-functional projects
• Experience coordinating vehicle/manufacturing validation activities (e.g., crash builds) with external partners and suppliers is a plus
• Building strong working relationships with senior leaders and engineers across functions and departments
• An ability to keep the big picture in focus and to provide clear, well-structured, and concise communications tailored to each appropriate audience
• Experience in launch and scaling of volume production