Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the NPD process for aerospace products, ensuring timely and successful product launches.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, quality, and marketing, to develop and implement new product strategies.
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify customer needs, market trends, and competitive landscape.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, and ensure adherence to these plans.
- Oversee the design, prototyping, testing, and validation of new products to ensure they meet performance, quality, and safety standards.
- Manage the transition of new products from development to production, ensuring smooth handover and scalability.
- Monitor and report on project progress, identifying and mitigating risks and issues as they arise.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations, standards, and certifications throughout the product development process.
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the NPD team.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and development opportunities for team members.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; Masters degree is a plus.
- Proven experience in new product development within the aerospace industry.
- Strong project management skills, with experience using project management tools and methodologies.
- In-depth knowledge of aerospace engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Experience with regulatory compliance and certification processes in the aerospace industry.
- Proficiency in CAD software and other engineering tools.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
Skills: product development,aerospace,manufacturing,project,aerospace engineering,leadership,management skills