Koch Industries
Sr Program Manager - Optical Solutions
Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry. We provide the highest performing and field-proven wavelength management solutions from components, modules to integrated line-cards. Our team is dedicated to continuous innovation in passive component function integration, miniaturization, and manufacturing automation. We provide cutting edge technology with a comprehensive optical, mechanical, electrical and software integration capabilities enable us to serve the needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks. We serve large, global clients in telecom and datacom industries in providing next generation optical modules to support the growing need for data and communications. We are looking for a Senior Program Manager to oversee and manage Product Development for optical products. Responsibilities include: Responsible for product development management from concept to volume production Manage complex global projects and programs in complex stages of development Formulate teams against projects and outline core team members roles and responsibilities Develop project and program schedules and create budget/plan meeting objectives Anticipate and resolve problems timely and proactively to communicate with stakeholders, clients or internal partners as necessary Lead team in making risk and trade off decisions Conduct routine review with status and schedule update Conduct product life cycle gate reviews, approval and enforce the action items Coordinate cross functional team to achieve project/program objectives Escalate to executive leadership regarding critical risk management and conflict resolutions Actively manage product life cycle key milestones and schedule Ongoing communication with key customers Manage and oversee NPI transfer and project readiness for mass production Train, coach, influence other leaders, Project Managers and business partners Qualifications include: Bachelors degree in business, scientific or engineering field At least 5 years of Program Management for complex NPI engineering programs At least 5 years of projects serving telecommunications, data centers or optical projects Proficiency in project management methodologies Experience with tools such as Microsoft Project, Visio or similar tools Experience successfully managing cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams Previous experience in R&D or design in Optical Engineering Experience with multimode fiber optics Experience in technical leadership roles As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry. We provide the highest performing and field-proven wavelength management solutions from components, modules to integrated line-cards. Our team is dedicated to continuous innovation in passive component function integration, miniaturization, and manufacturing automation. We provide cutting edge technology with a comprehensive optical, mechanical, electrical and software integration capabilities enable us to serve the needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks. We serve large, global clients in telecom and datacom industries in providing next generation optical modules to support the growing need for data and communications. We are looking for a Senior Program Manager to oversee and manage Product Development for optical products. Responsibilities include: Responsible for product development management from concept to volume production Manage complex global projects and programs in complex stages of development Formulate teams against projects and outline core team members roles and responsibilities Develop project and program schedules and create budget/plan meeting objectives Anticipate and resolve problems timely and proactively to communicate with stakeholders, clients or internal partners as necessary Lead team in making risk and trade off decisions Conduct routine review with status and schedule update Conduct product life cycle gate reviews, approval and enforce the action items Coordinate cross functional team to achieve project/program objectives Escalate to executive leadership regarding critical risk management and conflict resolutions Actively manage product life cycle key milestones and schedule Ongoing communication with key customers Manage and oversee NPI transfer and project readiness for mass production Train, coach, influence other leaders, Project Managers and business partners Qualifications include: Bachelors degree in business, scientific or engineering field At least 5 years of Program Management for complex NPI engineering programs At least 5 years of projects serving telecommunications, data centers or optical projects Proficiency in project management methodologies Experience with tools such as Microsoft Project, Visio or similar tools Experience successfully managing cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams Previous experience in R&D or design in Optical Engineering Experience with multimode fiber optics Experience in technical leadership roles As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.