Senior Technical Program Manager
About The Position
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!
Requirements
- Advanced degree in optical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or other opto-electronic discipline.
- 15+ years in technical program management or product line management
- Strong organizational and leadership skills
- Excellent formal and informal communications skills, including written and oral discussions
- Ability to function effectively in both technical and business environments.
- Able to function in English.
Nice To Haves
- Mandarin Chinese proficiency is a plus.
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.
- Define program scope, goals, success metrics, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Create and manage detailed project plans, schedules, resource allocations, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Monitor progress, identify and resolve issues, and ensure accountability across all teams.
- Maintain cost models and drive organizations to improve them.
- Interface with customers and lead such engagements, including presentations and issue resolution.
- Communicate program status, risks, and milestones clearly to stakeholders and executive leadership.
- Drive continuous improvement in processes, tools, and execution efficiency.
Benefits
- competitive compensation program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
