Hardware Technical Program Manager IVitD is seeking a Hardware Technical Program Manager IV to drive end-to-end hardware program execution for the AI Factory pod within Reality Labs Wrist Hardware. This role is critical to scaling AI-powered manufacturing solutions across Meta's device portfolio by coordinating hardware development, factory execution, and cross-functional program delivery. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in hardware NPI program management, overseas contract manufacturing operations, and large-scale consumer electronics development, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex hardware programs from development through production.
Location: Hybrid / Onsite preferred in Sunnyvale, CA. Candidates based in Redmond, WA will also be considered. US Pacific Time availability is preferred to support collaboration with the Sunnyvale team.
Duration: 12 Months
Pay Rate: Depending on experience.
We provide comprehensive medical benefits, a 401k plan, paid holidays, and more.
Please note that we are only considering direct W2 candidates at this time, as we are unable to offer sponsorship.
Responsibilities- Own end-to-end program schedules, build planning, and milestone tracking across electrical engineering, product design, test engineering, and manufacturing teams.
- Coordinate contract manufacturer execution, including build planning, PRQ activities, and production tooling deployment with manufacturing partners in China.
- Drive cross-functional alignment across engineering, manufacturing, operations, and leadership stakeholders to ensure program success.
- Develop and maintain risk management processes, escalation plans, and mitigation strategies throughout the product lifecycle.
- Deliver executive-ready status reporting, program updates, and operational reviews to leadership teams.
- Manage dependencies across AI-powered factory tooling initiatives and the hardware programs they support.
- Support factory readiness activities and travel internationally as needed during key build and manufacturing phases.
Internal Responsibilities- Attend regular internal practice community meetings.
- Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership.
- Complete client case studies and learning material (blogs, media material).
- Build out material to contribute to the Digital Transformation practice.
- Attend internal itD networking events (in person and virtual).
- Work with leadership on career fast-track opportunities.
Required Qualifications and Skills- 8-10 years of hardware technical program management or NPI program management experience within consumer electronics, wearables, or related hardware industries.
- Proven experience managing overseas contract manufacturing execution, including build planning, PRQ activities, and tooling deployment in China.
- Experience working directly with contract manufacturers such as Huaqin or similar manufacturing partners.
- Strong cross-functional leadership experience across engineering, product development, test, manufacturing, and operations teams.
- Demonstrated ability to create executive-level program communications, status reporting, and risk management plans.
- Experience supporting manufacturing operations and working within factory environments, including SMT and FATP processes.
- Ability and willingness to travel internationally, including travel to China during critical build phases.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills- Manufacturing factory experience within large-scale consumer electronics organizations.
- Experience with Apple manufacturing programs, particularly within China-based manufacturing operations.
- Familiarity with electrical engineering, test engineering, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience supporting wearable technology or consumer electronics products.
- Exposure to AI-driven manufacturing tools, data platforms, or automation initiatives.
- Mandarin language proficiency.
- PMP certification.
Education- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field required.
- Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience will also be considered.
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