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As a HW Module Technical Program Manager at AR/VR/Portal you will lead multidisciplinary programs through the product development process to develop the next generation of custom and semi-custom HW Module modules/systems to drive our industry-leading AR/VR/Portal systems. You will establish requirements with internal and external customers, manage program schedules, identify risks and associated mitigation plans, and clearly communicate to program stakeholders. We look for program managers who are natural motivators, cross-functional relationship builders, and champions for driving the right level of process to ensure smooth and predictable program execution in a fast-paced innovative environment.
- As part of the HW Module (Audio/Battery) team, you will drive and track the investigation, definition and delivery of next generation modules
- Create development, delivery, and qualification schedules based on system requirements, technical challenges, lead-times and business needs
- Manage communication within, and between, internal engineering and external vendor teams
- Assist engineering and sourcing teams with supplier evaluation and selection
- Work with teams to set milestones, communicate program statuses, and identify/address potential setbacks
- Work cross-functionally to develop best practices and technology development processes in a quickly-changing and dynamic environment to ensure on time delivery
- Manage delivery of samples and mass production parts for the different builds
- Organize required face to face on site meeting with vendors
- Coordinate and contribute to engineering deliverables, including specifications, design options, and test plans
- Ensure program documents are complete, current and available for staff and leadership review
- Contribute to resource planning to ensure program success
- Up to 20% travel
- BS in Engineering field or equivalent experience
- 3+ years experience working as a technology development program manager for consumer electronics
- 2+ years experience working on HW Module projects
- Understanding of phase gate approach to technology development projects
- Experience with component and module qualification, validation and characterization processes
- Knowledge of program and issue tracking
- Experience operating autonomously across multiple teams and projects
Facebook is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
Facebook is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.
