Qualcomm

Program Analyst, Staff - Automotive Chipset

Qualcomm$101K — $152K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; OR Associate's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience; OR High School Diploma with 4+ years of relevant experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in program planning, scheduling, and analysis.
  • 2+ years of experience in manufacturing processes, including production and materials planning.
  • Proficiency in SharePoint and MS Office Suite, especially Excel.
  • Familiarity with agile tools and data analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and execute complex tasks including chipset forecasting and issue resolution.
  • Develop program data and metrics; analyze trends using tools to identify inconsistencies.
  • Coordinate with manufacturing on build plans and communicate status across teams.
  • Align supply plans with customer demand in collaboration with Sales and Operations.
  • Create and maintain chipset MCNs and understand platform variances.
  • Lead Bring-Up activities including lab planning and logistics.
  • Manage shipping logistics and resolve issues as they arise.

Benefits

  • Competitive annual discretionary bonus program.
  • Opportunity for annual RSU grants.
  • Comprehensive benefits package supporting work-life balance.
  • Engagement in team-building events and activities.
Full Job Description
Job Area:
Operations Group, Operations Group > Program Analyst

General Summary:
The Program Analyst, Staff will join the Automotive Chipset Program Management organization in San Diego, partnering closely with Program Managers and cross-functional stakeholders to drive end-to-end program execution. This role requires a highly proactive, self-directed individual with strong analytical problem-solving capabilities, deep program knowledge, and the ability to lead complex initiatives with minimal guidance. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, anticipates risks, and independently drives solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and execute complex tasks including chipset and hardware forecasting, deliverable scheduling, and issue resolution.
  • Develop and maintain program data and metrics; analyze trends using tools (e.g., pivot tables, charts) and identify inconsistencies with recommended actions.
  • Coordinate with manufacturing on build plans, orders, and allocations; communicate impacts, status, and solutions across teams.
  • Align supply plans with customer demand in collaboration with Sales and Operations.
  • Create and maintain chipset MCNs; Understand platform variances and necessary ECCN requests.
  • Partner with chipset operations and engineering to support forecasts, deliverables, and allocations aligned with program timelines.
  • Lead Bring-Up (BU) activities, including lab planning, equipment coordination, guidance documentation, and logistics.
  • Manage shipping logistics, including coordination, tracking, and issue resolution.
  • Support team engagement activities including Bring Up events and programs related orders.
  • Communicate and escalate changes to timelines, priorities, and deliverables.
  • Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships.


This is an office based position located in San Diego, CA and is expected to comply with the company's onsite work policy. This is a U.S. based position and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Computer Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
OR
Associate's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of relevant work experience.
OR
High School Diploma or equivalent and 4+ years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience in program planning, scheduling, and analysis with an understanding of project constraints.
  • 2+ years of experience in manufacturing processes, including production and materials planning.
  • Experience with SharePoint, MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio), Agile tools, and data analysis techniques (e.g., pivot tables).


Additional Skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with aptitude for learning new tools and systems.
  • Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills to drive collaboration and results.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Agile tools.
  • Familiarity with technical/engineering terminology.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively and meet tight deadlines.


Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$101,800.00 - $152,800.00

The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer - and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

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