The position involves collaborating with Product Line Management and R&D Management to generate development schedules that meet key project milestones, NPI deliverables, business requirements, and customer satisfaction. The role requires managing a cross-functional team to procure materials, assemble and test products, complete internal qualification testing, and launch early-stage ramp in the factory. The individual will escort Transceiver products through the R&D NPI Phase Gate process, ensuring NPI deliverables are met and qualified products are delivered to the global Operations team. The role serves as the primary team interface, working with design teams, internal support groups, operations teams, and marketing, acting as a catalyst for engagement. Responsibilities also include managing project schedules, communicating status, highlighting gaps to stakeholders, and managing project resource constraints, dependencies, and critical paths to achieve program goals. Regular communication with global manufacturing and supply chain team members is essential, along with light travel for development activities such as global team coordination, product transfer, and problem resolution.