New Product Introduction (NPI) Program Manager – Aerospace

Smartsearchonline; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 78,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-Day Work Week

Employer-Paid Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Smartsearchonline in Carson City, NV is seeking an experienced NPI Program Manager for aerospace. You will lead New Product Introductions from concept to production, coordinating engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and sales while directly engaging with customers and suppliers.

The role emphasizes end-to-end program management, risk mitigation, and adherence to aerospace quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace-related technical field required.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing, NPI, or similar environments.
• Strong familiarity with PM principles and cross-functional work.

Responsibilities

• Lead NPI programs from inception to completion.
• Develop schedules, budgets, milestones, and resource plans.
• Coordinate Eng, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain and Sales.
• Track progress, manage risks, and resolve delays.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 and NADCAP standards.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Program management

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Education

Aerospace/Mechanical/Industrial Eng

Job description

Job Details

New Product Introduction (NPI) Program Manager – Aerospace Carson City,NV Posted:8/25/2026 Job Description Job ID#: 86855

Job Category: A&D/Semi

Position Type: Direct

Duration: Full Time

Shift: 1

A&D/Semi

New Product Introduction (NPI) Program Manager - Aerospace

Build Your Aerospace Career And Have Fridays Off What if you could build your career with an established aerospace manufacturer, work a 4-day work week, and have Fridays and weekends to yourself? Would you like to join a family-owned company where people build long-term careers with an 80% employee retention rate and a history of never laying off an employee, including during COVID? How about doing it in Northern Nevada, where there is no individual state income tax, you're roughly 30 minutes from world-class skiing and Lake Tahoe, and the Pacific Coast is just a few hours away? This organization develops specialized fastening and assembly solutions used throughout the aerospace, defense, military, and space industries. Their technology helps solve complex aircraft assembly challenges where quality, reliability, weight, and precision are critical. They're now looking for an NPI Program Manager who can bring Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Sales, and customers together to successfully take new aerospace products from concept into production. If you're ready to grow your career in aerospace while enjoying an incredible work-life balance...

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Compensation Package: $78,100 - $112,500 DOE

• 4-Day Work Week - Fridays + Weekends Off
• 100% Employer-Paid Medical Coverage for the Employee, relocation assistance provided
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Tuition Assistance & Professional Development
• Approximately 80% Employee Retention
• Family-Owned, Family-Oriented Culture
• No Individual State Income Tax in Nevada
• Exceptional Stability - No Company Layoffs, Even During COVID
• Career Growth with an Established Aerospace & Defense Manufacturer
• Northern Nevada Location Near Lake Tahoe, Skiing, Hiking & Outdoor Recreation

Job Description

Are You Ready to Take New Aerospace Products from Concept to Production? If you enjoy bringing people, processes, and timelines together to turn a new product into a successful launch, this could be the opportunity to build your career in aerospace program management. As the NPI Program Manager, you'll coordinate New Product Introduction programs for specialized aerospace fastening and assembly solutions. You'll work across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales while also interacting directly with customers and suppliers. From initial planning through production launch, you'll help keep programs moving, solve problems as they arise, and ensure new products meet demanding aerospace quality, cost, and delivery requirements. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys ownership, thrives in a fast-moving environment, and isn't afraid to jump in wherever needed to get the job done.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and coordinate aerospace New Product Introduction programs from inception through completion.
• Develop and maintain program schedules, budgets, milestones, and resource plans.
• Define program scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines with key stakeholders.
• Serve as a primary point of contact between internal teams, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales throughout the NPI process.
• Track program progress and ensure milestones are completed on time and within budget.
• Identify program risks, roadblocks, and potential delays and develop solutions to keep projects moving.
• Ensure new products meet customer requirements and aerospace quality standards.
• Support quality planning and compliance with aerospace standards including AS9100 and NADCAP.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with aerospace customers and suppliers.
• Provide program updates and communicate schedules, risks, priorities, and deliverables.
• Analyze program performance and identify opportunities to improve NPI processes.
• Capture lessons learned and implement best practices across future product launches.
• Step into changing priorities and unexpected challenges to help teams successfully deliver programs.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience within aerospace, manufacturing, engineering, or New Product Introduction environments.
• Understanding of project or program management principles.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects, priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams.
• Comfortable working between Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and commercial teams.
• Ability to identify risks, analyze complex issues, and develop practical solutions.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment where priorities can change quickly.
• Ability to move between long-term planning and day-to-day execution.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and take ownership of programs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Preferred Experience

• Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience.
• New Product Introduction (NPI) experience.
• Aerospace fasteners, aircraft hardware, or aerospace assembly experience.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and NADCAP requirements.
• Experience supporting aerospace OEM or Tier 1 customers.
• MS Project, Aras, or similar project/program management tools.
• Experience with manufacturing processes, product launches, and production readiness.
• Experience coordinating Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Master's degree in a related field.
• PMP certification.

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