VP, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

Flex•Austin, TX

About The Position

The VP of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering is responsible for leading a global manufacturing engineering organization to define and execute all aspects of the company’s manufacturing technology roadmaps. This role will work with global operations teams on critical new product and process technology qualifications and oversee the global engineering services and laboratory organization. You will work closely with the technology, operations, and commercial leaders of each Business Unit (BU) as well as executives at key customers for the long-term planning of all aspects of the company’s assembly, test, and product technology roadmaps. This role will also interface with customers and our sales teams to represent Flex capabilities and develop new opportunities. You will oversee a portfolio of programs for the introduction of new technology and qualification of our sites for new assembly and test processes. This role requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication skills, a deep understanding of manufacturing technologies across many industries, and expertise across the full product development process and lifecycle. Will lead Assembly & Test Technology Team in San Jose, Engineering Services team in Guadalajara (AME Lab, VAVE and Mfg. Process Dev teams) as well as Process/Product qualification team responsible to support early engagement especially closer to NPI /Ramp.

Requirements

Regulated Manufacturing Solutions (RMS) Micro-miniaturization, small-form factor electronics, next generation charging/power
Reliability engineering, advanced inspection, non-destructive and structural testing
Complex assembly processes for HLA for patient care/diag. (e.g. CT, Xray, Detectors)
Brazing, welding, coating, potting, joining
Surface cleaning, plasma treating, various mechanical technologies
Laser bonding, ribbon bonding, resistive welding
Integrated Technology Solutions (ITS) Advanced PCB fabrication, PCBA, SMT-to-final assembly
ASICs, CPUs, GPUs, complex BGAs, Optical packages (CPO/CPC)
Thermal management (heatsinks, S TIM, liquid cooling, cold plates)
Wire harness, connectors, cable management
Automation systems (semi/fully automated)
Mechanical repair, rework, reuse technologies supporting sustainability
P/L experience and strong financial acumen.
High-level/global communication, executive communication experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with key stakeholders, including the BU President, to develop and implement strategic programs and initiatives.
Develop people and build team for world-class program management and execution.
Develop annual/3 yr horizon technology roadmap based on assessed gaps. Technology development roadmap to be based on internal gaps, on industry trends and needs, customer ask, and business unit forecast based on sales forecast, sales misses, site readiness and AME’s own projections.
Technology discovery and development should be balanced with existing budget and new budgets needed for resources including test vehicle and supplier development cost.
Serve as a key member of the management team that sets the company’s strategic direction.
Formulate long-term objectives and standards of performance for the department.
Assure that department achieves objectives and project completion within budget and time frame.
Be a student of current industry trends, ensuring that the company maintains and expands its manufacturing technology leadership position.
Motivate staff and provide technical direction and guidance, as well as hands-on project management, recognizing the role as that of both manager and support resource/mentor.
Hire and direct staff of senior group members to acquire necessary resources to meet scheduled commitments.