Senior Program Manager - Optical Transceivers - Molex

Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry. We provide the highest performing and field-proven wavelength management solutions from components, modules to integrated line-cards. Continuous innovation in passive component function integration, miniaturization, and manufacturing automation, cutting edge WSS and amplify technology and comprehensive optical, mechanical, electrical and software integration capabilities enable us to serve the needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks.

Molex is seeking a Senior Program Manager to join our Optical Systems Business Unit (OSBU). In this role the successful candidate will be part of a world-class engineering team, contributing to the development of the next generation coherent and PAM4 optical transceivers. The successful candidate will have specific responsibility for the planning and execution of these complex development programs to achieve the desired performance objectives (e.g. cost, schedule). The Program Manager is a critical leadership position in the product development team expected to ensure the co-ordination of the activities of a large, multi-functional and geographically dispersed team. Some travel is expected in this role.

What You Will Do

• Preparation of detailed program plans capturing resource requirements, schedules, budget, product cost, manufacturing strategies, risk management plans, etc.
• Execution of the program per the plan of record.
• Ensure compliance to OSBU's product development process.
• Tracking and reporting of key program metrics.
• Providing program updates to executive management and customers.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree
• At least 6 years experience in program management
• Experience in optical transceiver, consumer electronics or medical device industries
• Demonstrable record of successfully running complex development programs
• Adept at leading through influence, strong negotiation skills and an ability to form collaborative working relationships
• Strong planning ability, particularly when presented with ambiguity
• Knowledge of product life cycle management, business processes, and tools for project planning

For this role, we anticipate paying $150,000 - $210,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

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