Technical Program Manager, SmartGlass

Looking for a motivated and hands-on Technical Program Manager to support the setup and ramp of our next-generation semiconductor manufacturing line. In this role, you’ll collaborate across engineering, operations, global vendors to manage schedules, drive deliverables, and define processes for a smooth technology transfer and ramp to full production. Your expertise in launching high-volume consumer electronics and working with contract manufacturers (CMs) will be critical to a successful and efficient fab ramp-up.

Responsibilities:

• Drive product manufacturing readiness across engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to support fab ramp.
• Partner with the Pilot team to ensure process continuity and alignment through the transfer to HVM.
• Track and manage schedules, deliverables, and risks for technology transfer and production milestones.
• Coordinate and support technical and program reviews with both internal teams and external partners.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain dynamics.
• Experience supporting consumer product development and NPI (New Product Introduction) cycles.
• Familiarity with manufacturing KPIs, FA/CA tracking, and structured issue closure processes to support operational excellence
• Comfortable working across time zones, collaborating with remote teams, and supporting factory-side execution.
• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes and industry standards.
• Flexibility to travel back and forth between South East Asia and the USA (up to 50%)

## Qualifications

### Education:

Bachelor's Degree

### Skills

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### Years of Experience:

7 - 10 Years

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## Additional Information

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### Shift:

10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America)

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### Travel:

Yes, 50% of the Time

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### Relocation Eligible:

Yes

### Referral Payment Plan:

Employee Referral (Standard)

Salary Range:

$133,500.00 - $183,500.00

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

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