Systems Project Manager - MES & Automation

2401 E 86th St, Bloomington, MN 55425, USA Req #1720 Friday, February 28, 2025 Bold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, our ingenuity helps improve lives around the world by manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors that are essential ingredients of modern life. Automotive safety enhancements, life-saving medical devices, consumer electronics and American security require semiconductors. Working in our Minnesota headquarters or Florida location, employees join together to improve the world. Explore what's possible. Joining our U.S. - based team means contributing to and learning about the commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen. We are turning "science fiction" into everyday reality through technologies such as superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, micro electro-mechanical systems and other emerging device topologies. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets, to name a few. Our customers include emerging leaders who rely on our intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services. Step into the future. SkyWater's values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset guide us to cultivate an empowered, learning environment. We also invest in developing highly skilled, dedicated employees "” and employees who are entering the workforce for the first time, from the military, and a variety of educational backgrounds. Are you bold thinking? Find your place on our team and help us change the world! As a member of the SkyWater Manufacturing Systems team, the Systems Project Manager is a hands-on contributor role responsible for a portfolio of technology & software projects. You will lead efforts that will either modernize our existing applications or help bring new capabilities that deliver solutions that meet business objectives and strategies. Responsibilities: Manage technology/software projects with big picture oversight throughout entire execution to ensure success as defined by adherence to standards of scope, budget, and timeline. Develop comprehensive project plans that merge customer requirements with company strategies and coordinates various business and technical personnel during all project phases, from initiation through implementation. Determine and define clear deliverables, roles and responsibilities for resources required for specific projects or initiatives. Assign and oversee the daily tasks of technical personnel while ensuring team members are actively working toward established milestones. Monitor project progress continuously and make detailed scheduled reports on measurable and actionable milestones, deliverables, and decision-points. Hold regular technical team meetings to determine progress and address any questions or challenges regarding projects. Communicate proactively with all involved personnel to provide encouragement, identify problems, create solutions, and implement efficiency improvements. Collaborate with external vendors to develop plans to implement their technologies in accordance with company standards. Research and evaluate hardware and software technology options and weigh the cost/benefit analysis when making technology decisions. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or related field with a minimum of 2 years experience or advanced degree with no years experience. Understanding of Project Management processes, strategies and methods - both Waterfall and Agile. Leadership experience and strong team collaboration abilities. Excellent problem-solving skills required to work within all levels of the organization. Excellent time management and organizational skills and experience establishing guidelines in these areas for others. Strong sense of personal accountability regarding decision-making and supervising department teams. Experience working in a high-level collaborative environment and promoting a teamwork mentality. Experience applying analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to predict challenges and seek to proactively solve challenges. US Citizenship Required: This position may require the holding of or ability to obtain government security clearance which requires U.S Citizenship. The annual salary range for this role is $76,480 - $114,720. Pay offered is based on many factors including, but not limited to, the job-related experience, skills, education, and credentials of each candidate. SkyWater offers an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well other employee financial benefits including 401k match, life insurance and opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate. Additionally, SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life. This includes benefit eligibility day one, medical, dental, mental health benefits, vision, legal planning, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site fitness facility, an on-site, self-serve market. SkyWater is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants for all job openings are welcome and will be considered without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, medical conditions, family care or medical leave status, military service or status as a Protected Veteran, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws ("Protected Characteristics"). SkyWater complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning EEO/AA employment. SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 952-851-5200 or #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-03-06