Role Overview:Lead end to end new product introduction (NPI) for Integrated system packages (SiP/ISP) and associated PCBA assemblies, ensuring seamless transition from concept to high volume production with focus on performance, quality, reliability, cost and time to market.Key Responsibilities:NPI Program Execution- Own ISP NPI projects from customer handoff to mass production. - Drive stage gate NPI execution - Concept à Eng validation test à Design validation test à Product validation Test à HVM - Ensure alignment between package level and board level readiness. - Manage multiple complex NPI programs simultaneously.PCBA & System Integration Oversight- Own PCBA NPI readiness in collaboration with SMEs/Process Engineers. - Drive DFM/DFA reviews for SMT, Testing, Coating, Pin insertion and Box Assembly. - Ensure compatibility between SiP, Modules, ICs land patterns, PCB layout and reflow profiles. - Oversee board level bring up, functional testing and failure analysis. - Ensure system level performance and reliability targets are met.Yield, Reliability and Quality- Own early yield ramp for PCBA processes. - Lead root cause analysis for Package induced failures, SMT defects, board level escapees and field failures. - Drive qualification and reliability testing (JEDEC, Boad level reliability, Environmental and system stress testing.) - Ensure zero critical quality escapes at launch.Cost, Schedule & Risk Management.- Manage NPI cost models (BOM, PCBA Process and Test cycle time) - Identify NPI risks early and drive mitigation plans. - Identify technical, supplier and capacity risks early.Customer & Stakeholder Communication.- Serve as technical NPI focal point for customers. - Present NPI status, Yield, risks and qualification readiness. - Support customer audits and technical reviews.Key Deliverables & KPI- On time product launch. - First pass yield and ramp to volume timeline. - Qualification success rate - Cost to target achievement - Customer satisfaction during NPI phase.Required Qualifications- Bachelor / master in related Engineering Discipline (Preferred Mechanical, Electronics) - 10-15 years’ experience in EMS industry. - Hands on knowledge of ISP assembly flows, CTQ, Screen print, Pick and Place , Reflow, Pin insertion, coating and box assembly). - Proven NPI ownership across module and board levels. - Strong project management and cross functional leadership skills. (Preferred. PMP training/certification).Preferred Skills- Experience in Automotive, Network, Aerospace applications. - Familiarity with SPC, JMP/Minitab, DOE and Yield analytics. - Experience working with global EMS companies.
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NPI Technology Manager (ISP) & Yield Integration