Akkodis is seeking a – Engineering Program Manager for a Contract position with a client located in San Jose, CA.
Pay/Salary Range: $50-$55/hr. (Depends upon experience)
---Must have exp. in managing programs during the EVT, DVT, and PVT phases--
Duties and Responsibilities
Our Team works with teams from Engineering, Supply Chain, Compliance and Support in planning, execution and delivery of optical Hardware development programs. We are seeking a hardworking, passionate Program Manager to join our Program Management Team, to manage industry leading Optical Hardware Development programs within the Service Provider Group.
The primary responsibilities of the role are:
- Manage moderate complex development programs
- Prepare program plans and schedules, working closely with Teams from Engineering, Supply chain and support functions
- Identify risks and devise mitigation plans to avoid or minimize impact and deliver products per commitments (Schedule, Quality, Budget) Lead and complete large-scale, client-driven projects. Communicate with clients and customers to determine their needs or requirements. Develop, design, and implement
Description
- Accurate program budget planning and tracking, pro-active management of budget and spending, making appropriate decisions to meet budget goals
- Manage prototype activities, including identification of key components, planning of build schedules and management of proto allocations
- Lead program team and ensure all cross-functional members are performing as required o Conduct program reviews and provide/present accurate program status and progress reports to Program Teams and Senior Management
- Ensure that program follows Cisco/ISO/TL9000 processes Other PM Core Competencies and Responsibilities
- Interface/Communication – shares information and communicate clearly to team members o Influence/Impact – promote cooperation between team members
- Teamwork - Understand team dynamics and collaborate as a cross-functional team member. Involve others, where appropriate, in shaping plans and decisions that affect them.
- Problem Solving – identify problems and resolve or escalate appropriately
- Planning/Reacting - Develop realistic action plans, steps, project timetables. Anticipate problems and develop contingency plans
- Supervision – receive general instructions and follow standard practices and policies. Consult with senior program managers or supervisor on complex assignments
Characteristics, Education and Experience
- You love working in a dynamic changing environment.
- You work independently and bring a can-do attitude with flexibility and resilience.
- You can manage multiple tasks and work in a multicultural environment.
- You apply structured problem solving (taking a large, complex problem and breaking it down into components, involve others as needed, drive resolution).
- You are a facilitator.
Essential Requirements include:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 2-3 years of Program management experience in Hardware Engineering Development or similar environment
- Technical Competence to the degree required for effective
Minimum Requirements: (“Must have” Qualifications)
1. Scheduling
2. Quality
3. TL9K
Desired Skills/Qualifications/System Experience requirements: (“Nice to have Qualifications”)
NOTE: If you require specific years of experience for the Qualifications, please outline accordingly)
1. 8 years
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If you are interested in this Engineering Program Manager role in San Jose, CA. then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to . If you have questions about the position, please contact Himanshu Chauhan at
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pays upon meeting eligibility criteria.
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