Project Manager

Program/Project Management – Microwave Assembly Development

Company Overview:

MACOM designs and manufactures semiconductor products for Data Center, Telecommunication and Industrial and Defense applications. Headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts, MACOM has design centers and sales offices throughout North America, Europe and Asia. MACOM is certified to the ISO9001 international quality standard and ISO14001 environmental management standard.

MACOM has more than 65 years of application expertise with multiple design centers, Si, GaAs and InP fabrication, manufacturing, assembly and test, and operational facilities throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. Click here to view our facilities. In addition, MACOM offers foundry services that represents a key core competency within our business.

MACOM sells and distributes products globally via a sales channel comprised of a direct field sales force, authorized sales representatives and leading industry distributors. Our sales team is trained across all of our products to give our customers insights into our entire portfolio.

Role: Program/Project Management – Microwave Assembly Development

Overview:

This role is responsible for leading complex New Product Introduction (NPI) programs for high-performance Integrated Microwave Assemblies, from opportunity assessment through mass production. The ideal candidate combines strong program management discipline with deep technical understanding of RF technologies and can effectively influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and deliver strategic Module NPI programs against scope, schedule, cost, quality, and resource commitments
• Manage the entire product lifecycle, from opportunity assessment (ROI/NPV) and project kickoff through high-volume production
• Develop, maintain, and manage integrated master project schedules across engineering, manufacturing, test, and supply chain
• Implement, improve, and govern standard project management methodologies, processes, and escalation frameworks
• Lead core team meetings, track action items, manage risks, and drive issue resolution
• Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans clearly and concisely to executive leadership
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders including Engineering, Marketing, Product Planning, NPI, and Manufacturing
• Hold team members accountable for on-time deliverables and milestone execution
• Plan and manage capital expenditures and material orders to support project milestones
• Drive decision-making in complex, ambiguous environments while maintaining focus on business outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• 7+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree or 5+ years with a Master's degree
• Prior experience in the RF Microwave or Semiconductor industry
• Demonstrated expertise in electrical engineering, process technology, or product support
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality products on schedule in fast-paced environments
• Strong communication and influencing skills across all levels, including executive management.
• Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in electrical engineering or related Engineering major.
• The ideal candidate for this position is a highly motivated individual with a strong background in image sensor engineering and program management
• You should have a deep understanding of RF and Microwave technologies and their applications in various industries
• Additionally, you should possess excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Experience managing the development and execution of complex engineering programs
• Knowledge of Supply base typical lead times including semiconductor, machining, and board layouts and planning
• Knowledge of Semiconductor packaging processes
• Demonstrated ability to comprehend and consider both technical and business information
• Understanding of high-volume production and test processes and requirements
• Drive Core Team meetings and influence highly skilled engineers without direct lines of report, collaborative, building relationships.

Additional Technical & Domain Expertise:

• Strong background in RF modules used in Communication, Electronic Warfare, and/or Radar applications is a plus.
• Knowledge of High Rel requirements including material and processes is a plus.
• Experience managing complex, cross-functional engineering development programs
• Understanding of high-volume manufacturing, test processes, and production requirements
• Ability to evaluate and balance technical, operational, and business considerations
• Proven ability to lead without direct authority by building trust, alignment, and collaboration.

The Salary Range for this position is $84,000 – $136,000. Actual salary offered to candidate will depend on several factors, including but not limited to, work location, relevant candidates' experience, education, and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.

This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses, solely at MACOM's discretion, subject to individual and company performance.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.

EEO:

MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation:

MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. Provide your name, phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodation needed, and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.