Production Program Manager, NPI
Core
Lead production design readiness and continuous improvement for advanced defense technologies, ensuring successful transition to full-scale production.
Role type
Senior IC production program manager (NPI)
Builds
Advanced defense systems and hardware
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Complex Hardware
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
NPI program management, production scaling, supply chain capability planning, risk mitigation, budget control, resource allocation, project management methodologies (Agile, Lean, Six Sigma), ERP/MRP/MES/PLM systems
Preferred skills
Experience in defense, aerospace, or complex hardware industries
Technologies
Jira, MS Project, ERP, MRP, MES, PLM
Responsibilities
Lead production design readiness for NPI programs, drive continuous improvement initiatives for cost and efficiency, develop and execute production readiness plans, coordinate cross-functional teams for pre-production alignment, identify and mitigate project risks, monitor project budgets and resource allocation
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
