NPI Operations Program Manager

The NPI Operations Program Manager (OPM) role at Reality Labs, in the AI Devices team, offers a unique and dynamic opportunity to be at the forefront of advanced consumer electronics product development and mass production. This role is impactful, bridging core product teams with a broad spectrum of functional organizations, including Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Legal, and Finance, as well as external suppliers. The OPM is a key driver in ensuring seamless execution of complex, high-priority initiatives that directly influence the success of innovative products in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

NPI Operations Program Manager Responsibilities:

Manage cross-functional execution of NPI and mass production initiatives for consumer electronics devices by integrating plans and communicating risk & status clearly and succinctly to management, calling out key issues and presenting options for resolution to Leadership
Establish and lead on-site bring-up and integration activities, coordinating with both internal and external resources
Drive supplier readiness activities to execute development builds leading up to ramp, development of process qualifications plans, and defining capacity and capex requirements, clearly identifying deliverables and dependencies
Assess, analyze, consolidate, and communicate risk and status clearly and succinctly to management, calling out key issues and presenting options for resolution to the cross-functional executive team through the new product reviews and other executive forums
Lead the tactical execution of go-to-market initiatives for our products by working closely with key cross-functional teams. Bring point of view to the team, informing and guiding decisions related to these initiatives
Liaise across cross-functional teams to ensure product cost, manufacturability, reliability, product quality, and safety & compliance performance goals are met
Drive Operations team towards factory readiness with manufacturing partners to support MP (line layout, automation, capacity, Cap Ex)
Work with Product Cost Engineers to track and drive product cost targets through MP

Minimum Qualifications:

BS or higher in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain/Operations discipline or equivalent experience
8+ years' experience in an Operations-focused Program Management role for a Consumer Electronics device
Proven problem-solving and analytical skills, including advanced skills in Excel
Knowledge of product features/specifications, manufacturing processes and the supply chain for consumer electronics products
Experience working with and managing external suppliers and manufacturers
Experience managing complex projects across multiple functional teams, including defining milestones, tracking deliverables, and aligning stakeholders on priorities and timelines
Experience communicating project status, risks, and recommendations to cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders in written and verbal formats
Experience navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced environment and prioritizing multiple competing work streams to maximize impact

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience managing JDM’s with different models of engagement
Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
Experience leading development/delivery of multiple high-volume products
12+ years of experience in an Operations-focused Program Management role for a Consumer Electronics device
Master's degree (e.g. MBA, Engineering, or other relevant field) with experience in management consulting, strategy, business operations, corporate strategy or similar discipline

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United States of America: $199,000/year to $272,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
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