Job Description

In the PV&T Planning, Operations & Life cycle Coordinator role, you will collaborate closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams in a dynamic and challenging environment. You will be at the heart of operational execution, steering resource planning and facilitating program alignment. Your contributions will directly impact the success of innovative projects in cutting-edge technology domains. As part of a supportive and knowledgeable team, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and take initiative in a collaborative atmosphere. Benefits include competitive compensation, opportunities for career advancement, and a strong focus on work-life balance. Your voice will be valued as you help shape processes that ensure our organization runs smoothly and effectively.

• Act as the primary operational liaison for all active and incoming programs within the PV&T organization.

• Coordinate project kickoff meetings to ensure alignment and representation from necessary functional teams.

• Establish and update program schedules in collaboration with functional managers, keeping the PV&T Head informed of progress.

• Manage name-based resource planning and maintain a real-time view of resource utilization for the PV&T Head.

• Oversee program budgets and provide visibility on actuals versus planned expenditures throughout the year.

• Support the PV&T Head with operational tasks, including readouts and schedule enforcement across functions.

• Implement consistent processes for program engagement, including intake, scheduling, and resource entry.

• Escalate schedule risks and issues to the PV&T Head with clear context and viable options.
  
  

Must-Have:

• 5+ years in technical planning, operations, or coordination within R&D or engineering

• Experience supporting senior technical leaders directly

• Proficiency with resource planning tools (PDWare/ResourceFirst or equivalent)

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

• Proven ability to coordinate across multiple functional teams

Nice-To-Have:

• Familiarity with capital expenditure processes and engineering budget management

• Background in photonics, test engineering, or optical networking

• Exceptional proactive communication skills

• Experience with managing resource allocations and maintaining schedules

• Self-starter mentality with the ability to take initiative