Manager, Technical Project Management

Date:  Oct 26, 2026
Division:  Plasma Control Technologies
Location: 

San Jose, CA, US, 95131

Requisition ID:  2668

 

To complement our team, we are looking for a customer- and teamoriented individual for our division Plasma Control Technologies at the San Jose site as a

 

Manager, Technical Project Management

 

For over 75 years, we have been following our curiosity. It drives us and has made Comet a leading Swiss technology company worldwide. Curiosity and the spirit of research have allowed us to become and remain innovative. For a better and sustainable world.

 

We develop and produce innovative high-tech components and systems based on X-ray and radio-frequency technology. Our developments make an important contribution to safer, more efficient and more sustainable production, mobility and communication. 

 

In the Plasma Control Technologies (PCT) division, we manufacture specialized components that are required for the precise control of plasma processes and are used in the production of memory chips or touch screens for sensors, smartphones or tablets.

 

Job summary: Main objectives of the position

As a Manager of Technical Project Management at Comet PCT, you lead a highly skilled project management team who run complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects from concept to high-volume production.

 

What you will do:

 

  • Lead a highly experienced best-in-class technical project management team.
  • Evaluate, improve, and develop processes to accelerate time-to-market and improve quality.
  • Mentor and set knowledge and career development goals/plans for your team.
  • Develop and manage development project schedules, budgets, and resources.
  • Communicate project status to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Work closely with internal partners on product development schedules, dependencies, and budgets.
  • Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and facilitate conflict resolution.
  • Interface between customers, product engineering, and NPI cross functional teams.
  • Synthesize large amounts of data into a clear story and communicate to stakeholders across all levels.

 

What you bring:

 

  • BS or MS degree in a technology field or equivalent.
  • 10+ years of technical Project Management experience including 3+ years in a management or team-lead role leading complex hardware technology projects from inception to high-volume production.
  • Hardware, software/firmware product development preferred.
  • Proficient in MS Project and Microsoft Office Tools.
  • Mastery of the Atlassian platform (Jira and Confluence) highly desirable.

 

Compensation:

The target salary range for this job is approximately $180,000 to $195,000 annually.

*Job summaries account for a range of qualifications, skills, and experience that can be considered. We are committed to making fair and equitable job offers based on a number of factors including but not limited to the job scope, market conditions, and candidate skill level and depth of experience.

 

Trade Compliance:

This job may require candidates to produce documentation to ensure compliance with U.S. export control laws.

 

Work Authorization:

This job vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization.


Why join us? Break new ground with us:

  • Work on innovative solutions for global technical challenges
  • Benefit from flexible working options
  • Take part in Comet’s success through profit sharing
  • Work with international colleagues and grow as a team
  • Enjoy our diverse educational and career opportunities
  • Enjoy a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision care, tuition reimbursement, a 401(k) plan, and a generous paid-time-off package
     

We are curious about you and look forward to receiving your complete online application and will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

For this vacancy, we only consider direct applications. Submissions from recruitment agencies will not be considered.

 

Comet Technologies USA, Inc.
541 E. Trimble Road
San José, CA 95131
United States
comet.tech/careers


Nearest Major Market: San Jose
Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto