Program Manager

Automated Industrial Robotics Rochester Hills•Fremont, CA

About The Position

AIR Silicon Valley is the OEM product commercialization and semiconductor capital equipment division of AIR. The Program Manager supports existing OEM and semiconductor customers by managing repeat-order business, customer communications, change orders, and proposals, while building toward full program ownership. The role serves as a day-to-day customer contact and works with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Sales to support customer needs and maintain continuity across order cycles. It also supports commercial activities and develops expertise in sustaining engineering, margin management, and program leadership.

Requirements

Engineering degree or equivalent technical experience.
2–5 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, automation, or related fields.
Experience supporting customer communications, project coordination, or proposal activities.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Customer relationship management skills.
Project coordination and organization skills.
Technical communication skills.
Proposal and change-order support skills.
Cross-functional collaboration skills.
Time management and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for existing customers on repeat-order programs.
Provide project updates and maintain continuity across order cycles.
Prepare repeat-order proposals, quotes, and change order documentation.
Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Sales teams to support customer needs.
Track schedules, deliverables, and program documentation.
Identify opportunities for program expansion and long-term customer growth.
Support cost estimating, pricing consistency, and commercial discussions.
Build expertise in sustaining engineering, margin management, and program leadership.