Director, NPI Operations Engineering
Core
Lead the New Product Introduction (NPI) Operations Engineering team to ensure manufacturability, assembly processes, and supply base readiness for Skydio's next-generation autonomous drones and robotics.
Role type
Director, NPI Operations Engineering
Builds
Next-generation autonomous drones, docks, and accessories
Domain
Aerospace / Robotics / Autonomous Systems
Required skills
Manufacturing Design Engineering, Supply Base Engineering, Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Lean Six Sigma, Fixture Design, Supplier Qualification, Capital Budgeting, Team Leadership, Project Management
Preferred skills
Drone/Aerospace experience, FAA Part 107 certification, High-volume production experience
Technologies
Dispense systems, torque-controlled drivers, SPC tools, Lean tools
Responsibilities
Own manufacturability of new products from architecture to PVT; Drive design-for-manufacturing input; Define assembly flow and line layout; Develop and validate assembly processes and fixtures; Lead supplier selection and part qualification; Build and mentor the NPI Operations Engineering team.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise