Manager, CMF & Advanced Manufacturing

Meta Reality Labs is seeking a hands-on Manager, Color, Material, and Finish (CMF) and Advanced Manufacturing to lead our CMF and process engineering efforts for next-generation hardware. This leader will shape the technical vision, strategy, and execution for CMF, ensuring Meta's products stand out in quality, innovation, and user experience.CMF is a key differentiator in Meta's product portfolio, driving both aesthetics and performance. Our team's mission is to blend the craftsmanship of the traditional eyewear industry with the scale and rigor of consumer electronics, accelerating development cycles and building a capable supply base.This role will directly support Industrial Design (ID) teams to bring novel and innovative designs to fruition, enabling Meta to deliver exceptional, highly cosmetic hardware at scale. The Manager will be a critical partner in translating creative vision into manufacturable, high-quality products.

Manager, CMF & Advanced Manufacturing Responsibilities:

• Strategic & Technical Leadership
• Define and drive the long-term vision and strategy for CMF and process engineering across Reality Labs hardware programs
• Serve as the subject matter expert for CMF processes, materials, and finishes, providing technical guidance and mentorship to the team and broader organization
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team of CMF engineers, process engineers, and technical program managers
• Cross-Functional Partnership
• Partner closely with Industrial Design, Product Design Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Technical Program Management, Reliability, Operations, and Strategic Sourcing to ensure seamless integration of CMF and process engineering into the product development lifecycle
• Advocate for the Industrial Design and CMF vision, ensuring it is authentically represented and integrated into all stages of product development
• Collaborate with ID to enable the realization of new and novel designs, balancing creative intent with manufacturability and scalability
• Process Development & Innovation
• Oversee the development, validation, and deployment of advanced CMF and mechanical process technologies, including new materials, finishes, and manufacturing techniques
• Champion Design for Manufacturability (DFM), process capability, and phase gate approaches to technology development
• Drive continuous improvement, sustainability, and innovation in CMF and process engineering practices
• Program & Operations Management
• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of CMF and process engineering milestones across multiple concurrent programs, including New Technology Introductions and Special Edition products
• Manage program schedules, resource planning, risk identification, and mitigation strategies to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery
• Oversee vendor engagement (ODM, JDM, CM), qualification, and development, including international supplier management and travel (up to 20%)
• Communication & Stakeholder Management
• Communicate program statuses, technical challenges, and risks to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
• Ensure program documentation, specifications, and validation plans are complete, current, and accessible
• Foster a collaborative, transparent, and operational environment

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Design, or equivalent practical experience
• 10+ years of experience in CMF, process engineering, or related fields within consumer electronics or high-volume manufacturing
• 5+ years of experience in a technical leadership or management role, building and leading multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated expertise in CMF processes, materials, finishes, and manufacturing technologies (e.g., injection molding, painting, plating, softgoods, surface treatments)
• Proven experience with phase gate technology development, DFM, tooling, validation, and characterization processes
• Demonstrated track record of successful vendor engagement (ODM, JDM, CM) and global supply chain management
• Proven excellence in communication, planning, and cross-functional leadership skills

• Advanced degree (MS, PhD, MBA) in engineering, materials science, or related field
• Experience in 1P and/or 2P product development, defining requirements and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience with highly cosmetic, consumer electronics parts and high-volume manufacturing
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement in CMF and process engineering
• Experience working with Asia-based contract manufacturers and global teams
• Ability to operate autonomously and maintain composure in times of ambiguity and rapid change
• Master's or PhD preferred