Head of Engineering Programme Management
$126.4k - $189.6kQualcomm
Company Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area Engineering Services Group, Engineering Services Group Program Management
General Summary Qualcomm Government Technologies (QGOV) is seeking a Program Manager to lead the onboarding, ramp, and lifecycle management of QGOV products manufactured by external contract manufacturers (CMs).
This role is responsible for ensuring QGOV products are produced and delivered on time, within cost targets, and to required quality, security, and compliance standards. The Program Manager will serve as the primary operational liaison between Qualcomm and external manufacturers, working cross‑functionally with internal teams to scale QGOV products from initial production through sustaining volume.
Key Responsibilities Contract Manufacturer & Production Management Act as the primary interface between Qualcomm and external Contract Manufacturers for assigned QGOV products
Lead CM onboarding activities, including RFQs, capacity planning, tooling readiness, and production launch
Own the end‑to‑end production lifecycle from RFQ through high‑volume manufacturing and sustaining operations
Establish and run regular operating cadence with CMs, including weekly status, yield, quality, and risk reviews
Build Readiness, Yield, and Quality Ensure production readiness across materials, tooling, test, documentation, and training
Monitor and drive yield, quality, and throughput improvements
Lead root‑cause analysis and corrective actions for yield issues, quality escapes, and RMAs
Implement and manage change control processes (BOM changes, alternates, supplier or process changes)
Identify supply chain risks, long‑lead components, and early procurement requirements
Coordinate consignment strategies when required to meet customer schedules
Cross‑Functional Program Leadership Partner closely with Product Management, Engineering, Finance, Contracts, and Sales
Ensure manufacturing execution aligns with product requirements, customer commitments, and financial expectations
Support inventory planning, cost tracking, and financial forecasting activities
Report program status, risks, and mitigation plans to QGOV leadership
Compliance & Documentation Ensure contract manufacturers receive all required specifications, documentation, tools, and training
Support compliance with QGOV‑specific export controls, security requirements, and customer obligations
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
2+ years of Program Management or related work experience.
Preferred Qualifications Experience with semiconductor‑based systems, modules, or embedded hardware platforms
Experience working with Asia‑based contract manufacturers
Familiarity with government, defense, or other regulated customer environments
Background in production planning, S&OP, or capacity management
Travel Requirements Domestic and international travel as required to support contract manufacturer engagement and production readiness
If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail View email address on click.appcast.io request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
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.
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