Description

The NPI Operations Program Manager (OPM) role at Meta Reality Labs offers a unique and dynamic opportunity to be at the forefront of cutting-edge consumer electronics product development and mass production. This role is highly impactful, bridging core product teams with a broad spectrum of functional organizations, including manufacturing, engineering, quality, supply chain, legal, and finance, as well as external suppliers. The OPM is a key driver in ensuring the seamless execution of complex, high-priority initiatives that directly influence the success of innovative products in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

NPI Operations Program Manager Responsibilities:

• Manage cross-functional execution of NPI and mass production initiatives for cutting-edge consumer electronics devices by integrating plans and communicating risk & status clearly and succinctly to management, calling out key issues and presenting options for resolution to Leadership
• Establish and lead on-site bring-up and integration activities, coordinating with both internal and external resources
• Drive supplier readiness activities to execute development builds leading up to ramp, development of process qualifications plans, and defining capacity and capex requirements, clearly identifying deliverables and dependencies
• Assess, analyze, consolidate, and communicate risk and status clearly and succinctly to management, calling out key issues and presenting options for resolution to the cross-functional executive team through the new product reviews and other executive forums
• Lead the tactical execution of go-to-market initiatives for our products by working closely with key cross-functional teams. Bring point of view to the team, informing and guiding decisions related to these initiatives
• Liaise across cross-functional teams to ensure product cost, manufacturability, reliability, product quality, and safety & compliance performance goals are met
• Drive Operations team towards factory readiness with manufacturing partners to support MP (line layout, automation, capacity, CapEx)
• Work with Product Cost Engineers to track and drive product cost targets through MP

Minimum Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in an Operations-focused Program Management role for a Consumer Electronics device
• Proven problem solving and analytical skills, including advanced skills in Excel
• Knowledge of product features/specifications, manufacturing processes and the supply chain for consumer electronics products
• Experience working with and managing external suppliers and manufacturers
• Proven project management experience, including cross-functional stakeholder management
• Proven communication skills
• Experience navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple and competing work threads to maximize impact

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading development/delivery of multiple high-volume products
• Experience managing JDM's with different models of engagement
• Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
• 12+ years' experience in an Operations-focused Program Management role for a Consumer Electronics device
• Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
• Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected].

$199,000/year to $272,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.