Manufacturing Technical Project Manager Mountain View CA Supply Chain Full-Time On-site apply for this job
About us Aevas mission is to bring the next wave of perception to a broad range of applications from automated driving to industrial robotics consumer electronics consumer health security and beyond. Aeva is transforming autonomy with its groundbreaking sensing and perception technology that integrates all key LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip in a compact module. Aeva 4D LiDAR sensors uniquely detect instant velocity in addition to 3D position allowing autonomous devices like vehicles and robots to make more intelligent and safe decisions.
Role Overview We are seeking a skilled and experienced Manufacturing Technical Program Manager specializing in Lidar assembly and PCBA fabrication to join our dynamic team. As a Technical Program Manager you will play a crucial role coordinating with the test engineering team and contract manufacturers in ensuring the production lines for NPI and mass production meet product quality delivery cost and reliability of our Lidar product. Your expertise in mechanical assembly adhesive dispense SMT processes optical assemblies GR&R equipment maintenance and calibration failure analysis OCAP statistical process control and manufacturing execution system MES software will be vital in driving our manufacturing processes towards excellence.
What youll be doing • Bring up Lidar assembly line from NPI phase to mass production. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering quality operations and supply chain to define project scopes and objectives. • Develop equipment and processes with contract manufacturer CM that meet product design specifications. • Develop and analyze line design with contract manufacturer to meet annual production targets. • Develop and track Overall Equipment Efficiency OEE metrics. Identify gaps and corrective actions needed to bridge to target performance. • Manage BOM for production ramp and mass production. • Collaborate with engineering and CM to install assembly line equipment perform GR&R analysis review work instructions and operator training requirements and track yield line availability and takt time. • Drive DFMDFADFT and PFMEA to ensure production manufacturability. • Establish yield tracking reporting methodology and drive corrective actions with engineering and CM. Identify yield bridge to line targets. • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams manufacturing and quality assurance to troubleshoot issues and improve product performance. • Ensure on time delivery from NPI through mass production. • Drive the development and implementation of automation and line scaling supporting production volume projections. • Manage quality in the line by routinely monitoring KPIs and present reports to operations and management teams. • Prepare roadmap and capacity plans for product ramp and next-gen NPI.
What youll have • Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering Mechanical Electrical Optical engineering or related field or equivalent practical experience. • Prior experience with TeamCenter Jira and Confluence. • Proficient in data analysis and interpretation using statistical techniques and software tools such as JMP. • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues effectively. • Experience with Engineering Change Orders and Product LifeCycle management. • Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in manufacturing technical operations in a high-volume manufacturing environment. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders. • Nice to have: • Prior experience with LiDAR systems • SolidWorks experience
Whats in it for you • Be part of a fast-paced and dynamic team • Very competitive compensation and meaningful equity • Exceptional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and more • Unlimited PTO • We care about results not punching timecard • $107,600 - $145,600 a year Salary pay ranges are determined by role level and location. Within the range the successful candidates starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills experience certifications qualifications relevant education or training and market conditions. These ranges are subject to change in the future. Depending on the position offered equity bonus and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage pre-tax commuter and health caredependent care accounts 401k plan life and disability benefits flexible time off paid parental leave and 11 paid holidays annually.
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