Unclassified - Sunnyvale, CA
posted about 2 months ago
The Product Validation Technical Project Manager will be responsible for managing and driving the system-level validation of high-tech wearable products, ensuring adherence to New Product Introduction (NPI) development schedules. This role requires a strong background in product development and validation, particularly in the consumer electronics sector. The successful candidate will program manage product validation efforts, report status using agreed forums and tools, and drive execution to meet key deadlines and priority goals. In this position, the Project Manager will lead teams, delegate work, monitor progress, and provide status reports to customers. They will be responsible for driving key performance indicators (KPIs) that quantify the system performance of NPI prototype hardware, ensuring comprehensive product validation. The role involves developing program schedules based on complex dependencies, identifying critical path items, and driving continuous improvement across functional domains. The Project Manager will also work with cross-functional teams to define test plans, procedures, and drive test execution and data collection. The ideal candidate will be proficient in escalating issues, risks, and blockers when necessary and will utilize various project management tools to manage deliverables effectively. They will collaborate with team leads to prioritize project deliverables and estimate resource needs based on the validation scope. Additionally, the Project Manager will convert large data sets into clear summaries for stakeholders at all levels, ensuring effective communication and project transparency.