Flex

VP, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

Flex$160K — $200K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing engineering
  • Proven leadership in managing global teams
  • Deep knowledge of manufacturing technologies across industries
  • Strong financial acumen and program management experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills at an executive level
  • Experience with regulated manufacturing solutions and advanced technology development
  • Technical expertise in complex assembly processes and next-gen power solutions

Responsibilities

  • Lead the global manufacturing engineering organization and technology roadmap execution
  • Collaborate with business unit leaders to define strategic initiatives
  • Develop and mentor a world-class program management team
  • Formulate long-term department objectives and performance standards
  • Manage program budgets and timelines to meet organizational goals
  • Maintain awareness of industry trends to drive technology innovations
  • Motivate and guide staff in delivering technical projects and solutions

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life insurance and disability support
  • 401(k) matching contributions
  • Generous paid time off and sick leave
  • Tuition reimbursement programs
  • Employee discounts at local retailers
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The VP of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering is responsible for leading a global manufacturing engineering organization to define and execute all aspects of the company’s manufacturing technology roadmaps, to work with our global operations teams on critical new product and process technology qualifications, and to oversee the global engineering services and laboratory organization. You will work closely with the technology, operations, and commercial leaders of each Business Unit (BU) as well as executives at key customers for the long-term planning of all aspects of the company’s assembly, test, and product technology roadmaps. This role will also interface with customers and our sales teams to represent Flex capabilities and develop new opportunities. You will oversee a portfolio of programs for the introduction of new technology and qualification of our sites for new assembly and test processes. This role requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication skills, a deep understanding of manufacturing technologies across many industries, and expertise across the full product development process and lifecycle. Will lead Assembly & Test Technology Team in San Jose, Engineering Services team in Guadalajara (AME Lab, VAVE and Mfg. Process Dev teams) as well as Process/Product qualification team responsible to support early engagement especially closer to NPI/Ramp.  

 

What a typical day looks like: 

  • Collaborate with key stakeholders, including the BU President, to develop and implement strategic programs and initiatives. 

  • Develop people and build team for world-class program management and execution Develop annual/3 yr horizon technology roadmap based on assessed gaps. 

  • Technology development roadmap to be based on internal gaps, on industry trends and needs, customer ask, and business unit forecast based on sales forecast, sales misses, site readiness and AME’s own projections. 

  • Technology discovery and development should be balanced with existing budget and new budgets needed for resources including test vehicle and supplier development cost. 

  • Serve as a key member of the management team that sets the company’s strategic direction. 

  • Formulate long-term objectives and standards of performance for the department. 

  • Assure that department achieves objectives and project completion within budget and time frame. 

  • Be a student of current industry trends, ensuring that the company maintains and expands its manufacturing technology leadership position. 

  • Motivate staff and provide technical direction and guidance, as well as hands-on project management, recognizing the role as that of both manager and support resource/mentor. 

  • Hire and direct staff of senior group members to acquire necessary resources to meet scheduled commitments. 

 

 

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:  

 

  • Regulated Manufacturing Solutions (RMS)  

  • Micro‑miniaturization, small‑form factor electronics, next generation charging/power  

  • Reliability engineering, advanced inspection, non‑destructive and structural testing 

  • Complex assembly processes for HLA for patient care/diag. (e.g. CT, Xray, Detectors) 

  • Brazing, welding, coating, potting, joining 

  • Surface cleaning, plasma treating, various mechanical technologies 

  • Laser bonding, ribbon bonding, resistive welding 

 

  • Integrated Technology Solutions (ITS) 

  • Advanced PCB fabrication, PCBA, SMT‑to‑final assembly 

  • ASICs, CPUs, GPUs, complex BGAs, Optical packages (CPO/CPC) 

  • Thermal management (heatsinks, STIM, liquid cooling, cold plates) 

  • Wire harness, connectors, cable management 

  • Automation systems (semi/fully automated) 

  • Mechanical repair, rework, reuse technologies supporting sustainability 

 

  • P/L experience and strong financial acumen. 

  • High-level/global communication, executive communication experience 

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills. 

 

 

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:  

 

  • Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision 

  • Life Insurance 

  • Matching 401K 

  • PTO 

  • Tuition Reimbursement 

  • Employee discounts at local retailers

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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Matching 401(k) Contributions
  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

Job CategoryProduction Engineering

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

About Flex

Flex Ltd. is an American Singaporean-domiciled multinational electronics contract manufacturer. It is the third largest global electronics manufacturing services (EMS), original design manufacturer (ODM) company by revenue, behind only Pegatron for what concerns original equipment manufacturers. Flex has manufacturing operations in over 30 countries, totaling approximately 200,000 employees.
Learn more about Flex
Size
172,648 employees
Market Cap
$9.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$421 million
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
+1.8%
Revenue
$23.3 billion
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