Ciena Director of Component Engineering

Drive operational excellence and innovation at Ciena as Director of Component Engineering. Lead and empower a global team to ensure high-quality component performance.
Ciena seeks a strategic leader to oversee its component engineering operations, crucial for maintaining its technology leadership. This role includes advising R&D, developing strong supplier partnerships, and managing compliance across the supply chain. You will shape the future of Ciena’s technology roadmap while mitigating risks through proactive strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and develop a global team of component engineers
• Collaborate on commodity strategies with Global Commodity Managers
• Advise on technical aspects of R&D and product lifecycle
• Build and maintain influential manufacturer partnerships
• Ensure compliance and conduct reliability qualifications
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics required
• 15+ years of relevant industry ex...