New Product Introduction Lead (aerospace & Defense)

VulcanForms

Devens, MA, United States
Base: $129,500.00 to $178,00.00; bonus/equity: equ...
On-site
8+ years manufacturing experience
3+ years aerospace or defense industry
5+ years new product introduction experience
The NPI Lead serves as the technical authority for manufacturing readiness, ensuring complex products are transitioned into production with capable, validated, and cost-effective processes

Job Summary

  • The NPI Lead serves as the technical authority for manufacturing readiness, ensuring complex products are transitioned into production with capable, validated, and cost-effective processes.
  • This role bridges Applications Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, and Operations to enable successful product launches in a high-precision, industrial environment.
  • VulcanForms offers a competitive salary and equity package along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

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The NPI Lead serves as the technical authority for manufacturing readiness, ensuring complex products are transitioned into production with capable, validated, and cost-effective processes.

Salary

Base: $129,500.00 to $178,00.00; Bonus/Equity: Equity package included; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years manufacturing experience
  • 3+ years Aerospace or Defense industry
  • 5+ years New Product Introduction experience
  • AS9100 and ITAR compliance expertise
  • Precision machining and post-processing knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Metal Additive Manufacturing (LPBF, DED) experience
  • Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM)
  • Non-destructive testing (NDT) methods
  • Process validation and capability studies
  • Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) familiarity

Key Requirements

  • 8+ years total manufacturing experience
  • 3+ years specifically in Aerospace/Defense
  • 5+ years in NPI or Process Development
  • Deep expertise in AS9100 standards
  • Practical knowledge of Aero-grade workflows

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