Drives development operations including managing and executing development builds, driving factory, and supply chain readiness in preparation for high volume manufacturing (e.g., Surface Mount Technology, device assembly, test, and repair). Drives supply base strategy and execution (in cooperation with supply base), including defining supply base architecture, managing supply base risk, planning for dimensions of scale (e.g., geography, organization), driving to fulfill specific customer supply base and supply chain requirements, and leading execution of manufacturing plans to meet government regulations (e.g., Trade Act Assistance, location, content, and certification).
Drives timely launch communications including broad organizational communications, executive progress updates, and cross-functional alignment via product launch review.
Drives the organization through the launch of new products from One Design to many products and Customers. Establishes an effective program infrastructure incorporating the product technical requirements, program milestones, cross-functional goals, and organizational interdependencies ensuring stakeholder alignment. Drives collaborative efforts with teams both within and outside of manufacturing, including external suppliers.