Program Manager Contract Jobs in Snowbird, UT (NOW HIRING)

Job DetailsJob Location: Teal Drones - SLC, UT 84115Position Type: Full TimeJob Summary

We are seeking a highly strategic, numbers-drivenMaterial Program Manager (MPM) – PCBAto orchestrate the end-to-end material architecture for our printed circuit board assemblies. This role requiresa8+ year veteran who will split focus evenly between launching fast-paced New Product Introductions (NPI) and scaling long-term Mass Production.

Key ResponsibilitiesNPI Material Readiness & Engineering Collaboration

• Early Lifecycle Risk Scrubbing:Partner with Hardware Engineering during early design phases. Scrub Bill of Materials (BOMs) usingZ2Datato flag cross-references, obsolescence risks, and compliance flags before design freeze.
• Prototyping Sourcing Strategy:Manage rapid-turn prototype material procurement. Secure component allocations for initial engineering validation builds (EVT/DVT/PVT).
• Transition Governance:Standardize and own the data handoff process as PCBAs transition from engineering prototypes into stable mass production.

Mass Production Component Planning & Execution

• Clear-to-Build (CTB) Management:Maintain rigorous, real-time CTB line visibility. Resolve component shortages before they impact production schedules at our EMS providers.
• Demand & Forecast Alignment:Translate rolling production forecasts into actionable component-level plans. Align capacity commitments with Tier-1 chipmakers and distributors.
• Resiliency Management:Constantly monitor market supply health usingZ2Data. Track lead times, geo-political risks, and structural component allocations to formulate mitigation strategies.

Strategic EMS & Vendor Governance

• Material Liability Control:Monitor Contract Manufacturer inventory levels, excess and obsolete (E&O) exposure, and manufacturing component yields.
• Shortage Escalation:Drive emergency vendor escalations for high-impact shortages. Secure factory allocations and negotiate expedited delivery dates.

Required Qualifications

• Experience:8+ years of direct experience in electronics material program management, component planning, or hardware supply chain execution.
• Market Intelligence Tools:Hands-on proficiency usingZ2Data(or identical component risk/obsolescence databases likeSiliconExpert) to proactively scrub BOMs and manage cross-referencing.
• Component Mastery:In-depth knowledge of PCBA manufacturing lifecycles, global semiconductor dynamics, and active/passive electronic commodities.
• Software Tools:Deep knowledge of enterprise ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and PLM applications (e.g., Agile, Arena).
• Analytical Engine:Advanced Excel mastery (pivot tables, complex data architecture, multi-source BOM consolidation).
• Education:Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Electrical Engineering, Business, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• APICS (CPIM or CSCP) certification.
• Deep network of direct contacts at major electronic component distributors and global foundries.

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EEO and ITAR/EAR Work Authorization Disclosure

RedCatHoldings provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Successful candidates for positions subject to ITAR/EAR restrictions must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence and must not require sponsorship for export-restricted work authorization.

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