NPI Lead

Job description

Job ID: 41319 Date: 24 Jul 2026 Location: Jagiroad, AS, IN Department: Assembly Technology Development Business: TSAT India 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. Responsibilities: NPI Program Execution • Own ISP NPI projects from customer handoff to mass production. • Drive stage gate NPI execution o Concept Eng validation test Design validation test Product validation Test 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. Essential Attributes • 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) Desired Skills • Experience in Automotive, Network, Aerospace applications. • Familiarity with SPC, JMP/Minitab, DOE and Yield analytics. • Experience working with global EMS companies.