NPI Program Lead — End-to-End Product Launch & Ramp

NXP Semiconductors NV; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors NV is seeking an experienced NPI Program Manager in Austin, TX to lead end-to-end new product introduction programs—from concept through development, industrialization, and production ramp. You will orchestrate cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, supply chain, and quality, acting as the single point of accountability for program execution.

Responsibilities include defining scope and milestones, building integrated plans, and ensuring on-time launches within

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Semiconductor, SW or related.
• 5–10+ years in program/project management in high-tech or manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in NPI / product development lifecycle management.
• Strong understanding of: Manufacturing processes and supply chain; Product development lifecycle (HW/SW systems); Semiconductor or electronics industry (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead NPI programs from concept to volume production.
• Define program scope, objectives, milestones, and deliverables.
• Build and maintain integrated program plans (WBS, schedules, roadmap).
• Drive execution to meet cost, schedule, quality, and performance targets.
• Ensure transition from development to manufacturing readiness.
• Coordinate ramp planning and global factory readiness.
• Optimize cost, yield, and cycle time during ramp-up.
• Lead program governance and provide status reporting to leadership.

Skills

Program leadership

Cross-functional influence

Advanced planning

Risk management

Financial acumen

Communication

Ambiguity handling

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Semiconductor, SW or related

Job description

NXP Semiconductors NV is seeking an experienced NPI Program Manager in Austin, TX to lead end-to-end new product introduction programs—from concept through development, industrialization, and production ramp. You will orchestrate cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, supply chain, and quality, acting as the single point of accountability for program execution.

Responsibilities include defining scope and milestones, building integrated plans, and ensuring on-time launches within