Senior Manager - Product Line

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The RF/Microwave Business Unit of Microchip offers one of the industry's most comprehensive power and RF/microwave discrete semiconductor product portfolios. An immediate opportunity exists for a Product Line Manager (PLM) role to manage a comprehensive portfolio of RF/MW Semiconductor RF Diodes. Microchip is planning to fill the following position with a talented, creative and motivated individual.

• The PLM manages and coordinates all major aspects of the product lines in a matrixed environment supported by a cross functional team of Engineers, technicians and Product Marketing professionals.
• The Product Line Manager will be responsible for the program management of new product development, product lifecycle management and factory technical product support within the structure of the RF/Microwave Business Unit.
• Works with engineering, manufacturing and sales to develop new products or enhance existing products through yield enhancement programs, standard cost management etc.

• Responsible for the RF diode Product Lines. (Schottky, PIN, Varactor, Gunn, tunnel, Limiter), Packaged and unpackaged.
• Responsible for a team of Engineers and Technicians supporting the Product Line.
• Manage the overall product life cycle, from product concept through product design, validation, qualification, production documentation and NPI (with production/operations).
• Collaborate with Product Marketing to develop New Product Development Plans, Customer Proposals, definition of custom developments, Product Pricing and competitor analysis.
• Evaluate and recommend marketing opportunities consistent with product line objectives.
• Analyze product yield and prioritize and drive specific yield improvement programs.
• Review all RMAs and manage the Failure Analysis process through the relevant departments.
• Prepare materials for internal and external presentations on products, business plans and management.
• Monitor competitive activity and participate in product requirements analysis and identifying customer needs.
• Communicate customer feedback to engineering, manufacturing and sales to enhance existing products and product lines.
• Visit and support customers as required to achieve product sales goals.

• A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field. A master's degree or MBA a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in product management, preferably within the RF/Microwave industry.
• Proven track record of managing product lines from concept through end-of-life.
• Strong understanding of RF and microwave technologies, including design, development, and application.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements for defense products.
• Excellent project…