Development Team Manager - Opto Electronic Modules

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Development Team Manager - Opto Electronic Modules

United States(Onsite)

As a Mechanical Development Team Project Leader in the Optical Modules Group, you'll engage in the design and development of cutting-edge opto-electronic devices for next-generation high-speed network and communication products. Collaborating closely with diverse engineering teams across multiple locations, you will thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment where innovation is key. Your role will involve overseeing the creation of new package and module designs, along with their components. Enjoy the challenge of working with the latest technologies, while fostering a collaborative team culture that encourages creativity and problem-solving. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact product development significantly, ensuring the success of our advanced communication solutions.

Your responsibilities

• Lead and manage a high-performing engineering product development team to deliver innovative mechanical designs aligned with cost, schedule, and performance goals.

• Develop comprehensive project plans and schedules, ensuring seamless coordination of activities across multiple disciplines and teams, both internally and externally.

• Facilitate and lead regular team meetings, setting clear agendas, tracking action items, and documenting outcomes to maintain project momentum.

• Conduct thorough technical reviews, providing insights for FMEAs, design analyses, risk assessments, and qualification plans to drive product quality and reliability.

• Collaborate closely with suppliers on design for manufacturability (DFM) reviews, root cause corrective actions (RCCA), and procurement processes to resolve part issues effectively.

• Assess resource needs and project priorities, providing key inputs for headcount, budget, and scheduling requirements to optimize team efficiency.

• Prepare and present detailed project status reports and summaries to upper management and cross-functional teams, showcasing progress and strategic alignment.

• Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, leading the development of cutting-edge technologies that shape the future of connectivity.

Your skills and experience

Must-Have

• MS in Mechanical Engineering required

• 5-10 years of mechanical design and/or product development experience

• Proven project management and/or project leadership experience

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice-To-Have

• Experience in design using 3D CAD and solid modeling tools

• Knowledge of FEA and fundamental understanding of thermo-mechanical and structural analysis

• Familiarity with optical design and/or electronic device packaging

• Knowledge of statistical analysis

• Experience with Agile methodologies preferred

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Job Info

• Job CategoryApplied R&D
• Posting Date03/06/2026
• Job ScheduleFull time
• Job TypeExperienced
• Job Identification32920
• Will NSA/CAPS approval be required? (E.g., accessing a US Customer Network?)No
• Role TypePeople Manager
• Salary Range$125,000 - $205,000
• Locations7360 Windsor Drive, Allentown, Pennsylvania, 18106-9318, US(Onsite)
• Regular or TemporaryRegular

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