Global Technology Program Manager
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Job Description
Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics.
At Qnity, we’re more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries – we’re a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible. We value forward-thinking challengers, boundary-pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jumpstart your career with us.
We are seeking a highly skilled and driven professional to lead the technical development and manufacturing setup of vapor chamber technologies. This role will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end process—from concept development and prototyping to full-scale production—ensuring performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of vapor chamber solutions for high-performance thermal management applications. You will also be a thought leader in setting the strategic direction of our thermal portfolio.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establish key industry/customer relationships to grow common & unique thermal solutions for key applications like AI/datacenter, Auto, etc.
- Participate and lead in appropriate standards committees and industry consortia to promote Qnity`s Laird products as leaders in thermal applications by presenting thought leadership papers, developing new industry thermal solutions and authoring patents/trade secrets.
- Collaborate with R&D teams to optimize thermal performance and mechanical integrity.
- Lead the design, simulation, and validation of vapor chamber structures and materials.
- Define and implement manufacturing processes for vapor chamber production, including tooling, automation, and quality control.
- Establish pilot lines and scale-up strategies for mass production internally and through manufacturing partners.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance yield, throughput, and cost efficiency.
- Manage cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, and supply chain.
- Develop project timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation plans.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
- Identify and qualify suppliers for raw materials and manufacturing equipment.
- Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance.
- Define testing protocols and reliability standards for vapor chamber products.
- Develop failure analysis and corrective action processes
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
- 7+ years of experience in thermal management technologies, preferably vapor chambers or heat pipes.
- 3-5 years experience with component level or subsystem level design experience
- Proven track record in setting up and scaling manufacturing operations.
- Strong knowledge of thermal simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, COMSOL).
- Experience with cleanroom environments, vacuum brazing, sintering, and precision assembly.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
- Experience in consumer electronics, data centers, or automotive thermal systems.
- Familiarity with Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and ISO standards.
- Multilingual capabilities for global supplier engagement.
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