Technical Program Manager, NPI
Core
Drive execution and alignment across New Product Introduction (NPI) programs to move products efficiently from development builds to production ramp.
Role type
Technical Program Manager (NPI)
Builds
High-performance unmanned drone systems
Domain
Defense technology / Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
NPI program management, cross-functional coordination, executive reporting, manufacturing readiness, engineering change order (ECO) management, build execution support, tooling procurement, firmware release coordination, risk management
Preferred skills
Drone/aerospace/robotics experience, factory ramp experience, supply chain exposure, quality systems knowledge, technical background in hardware/software/manufacturing, Lean manufacturing methodologies
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Own and maintain the NPI master schedule; Drive alignment across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Production teams; Organize and lead weekly NPI status reviews; Coordinate Manufacturing and Build Readiness Reviews; Facilitate Engineering Change Order (ECO) implementation; Monitor daily manufacturing, test, quality, and supply chain issues; Coordinate procurement and deployment of NPI tooling and equipment; Manage production firmware control-runs; Track NPI-to-PVT transition readiness and ownership transfers
Seniority
Individual Contributor