Acoustic Engineer

A globally leading consumer device company headquartered in Cupertino, CA is looking for

Acoustics Engineering Program Manager

to join a team focused on developing innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges. As an

Acoustics Engineering Program Manager , you will play a key role in driving engineering excellence, collaboration, and innovation across cross-functional teams. In this highly collaborative position, you will coordinate efforts internally with the Audio Engineering team and externally with Product Design, Electrical Engineering (EE), Operations, and manufacturing partners. The EPM will lead day-to-day program activities, build planning, execution, validation coordination, and risk management to ensure successful delivery of hardware development programs.
Responsibilities

Define and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and development milestones
Drive execution of hardware development programs from concept through production
Coordinate cross-functional teams including Audio, Product Design, EE, Operations, and external suppliers
Lead engineering builds, validation activities, and system integration efforts
Ensure effective communication and alignment across internal and external stakeholders
Track program risks, dependencies, and issues; drive timely resolution and escalation when needed
Support manufacturing readiness and high-volume production planning
Facilitate status reporting and executive-level program updates
Manage build planning, execution, and post-build analysis
Improve operational efficiency and cross-functional collaboration throughout the product lifecycle
Key Qualifications

2+ years of program management experience in hardware module development
Experience working with international OEM/ODM manufacturing partners preferred
Understanding of high-volume manufacturing and production test procedures
Strong knowledge of hardware development and validation processes
Excellent presentation, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills
Ability to understand and communicate complex technical and engineering issues
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Experience managing schedules, risks, dependencies, and program execution
Preferred Skills

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Program Management, or a related technical field preferred. Advanced degree is a plus
Experience with consumer electronics hardware development
Familiarity with EVT, DVT, and PVT build phases
Knowledge of acoustics or audio hardware systems
Experience in new product introduction (NPI) environments
Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

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