Manufacturing Operations Lead, Android XR Hardware Scaling Engineering

Drive process design, optimization, and qualification activities of a manufacturing process for a component, module, or product.Define and execute data collection activities for technical issues. Develop supplier plans of record and factory test plans, and architect the system-level certification, compliance, and global reverse logistics frameworks for deployment with ecosystem partners.Apply Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) fundamentals and collaborate with teams to help them understand and apply RCCA tools and principles and analyze/understand failure to resolve issues.Engage with manufacturing partners and OEMs to develop, ramp, and introduce products.Define and own the manufacturing and operational strategy for the Android XR ecosystem by establishing reference design solutions and partner roadmaps.Minimum qualifications:Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.12 years of experience in manufacturing or operations management.Preferred qualifications:Master's degree or PhD in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Materials, or a related engineering field.15 years of experience in Manufacturing, Quality, or Product Engineering for hardware technology and systems.Experience in debug, troubleshooting, and failure analysis investigation.Experience in technical leadership, project management, and executive communication.Experience with consumer electronic manufacturing technologies in the areas of design, process, commodity cost, factory cost, supply and quality management.Experience delivering hardware projects.Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.In this role, you will be responsible for enabling Android ecosystem partners to quickly launch immersive products using certified system designs and manufacturing solutions. You will ensure all key components, modules, and reference designs are fully validated with manufacturing readiness to scale with partners in the Android XR ecosystem.You will develop manufacturing solutions to support Android ecosystem new hardware product introduction across eyewear and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) partners. You will require developing and leveraging reference line manufacturing solutions. You will enable partners to leverage Android XR system designs and platform software to ensure reliability and quality while accelerating time to market for physical designs built from stable reference designs and manufacturing processes.Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $214000 - $298000 (USD) + 25% bonus target + equity + benefitsLearn more about benefits at Google.