NPI Manager

HEICO Corporation•Keystone, FL

About The Position

Seal Dynamics, part of HEICO Corporation, is recruiting an NPI Manager in Tampa, Florida. The position is part of the New Product Introduction (NPI) and Sourcing team and serves as a key focal point for identifying new opportunities and gaining customer interest. The role reports to the Sr Director of NPI and Sourcing. The NPI Manager analyzes airline usage and technical data, supports customer engagement, develops business cases for new product development, and coordinates sourcing activities. The role collaborates with sales, engineering, operations, quality, suppliers, airlines, and MRO customers to evaluate opportunities and ensure supplier and product requirements are met. It also maintains NPD tracking and sourcing records, supports cost and supplier analysis, and requires travel of approximately 20% as needed. This role is suited to someone interested in aerospace manufacturing with technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and data analytics skills. It offers an opportunity to learn the aerospace industry and grow within the company.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field.
At least 3 years of experience in new product development, strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain within aerospace or precision manufacturing.
Knowledge of the aviation aftermarket and supply chain, and familiarity with navigating technical publications.
Technical aptitude to identify aircraft component functionality and match it with company development capabilities.
Well-developed technical communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey information and ideas clearly and concisely.
Strong follow-up skills and the ability to develop productive business relationships.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and sourcing analytics tools.
Ability to make sound decisions based on analysis, experience, and judgment.
Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize, balance, and manage multiple items effectively.
Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage customer and supplier relationships effectively.
Self-motivation, strong organizational skills, and strict attention to detail.
Ability to learn quickly when facing new challenges, adapt to change, and pursue continuous improvement of self and processes.
Understanding of manufacturing processes such as rubber molding, machining, metal forming, casting, composite layup, or other aviation-related commodity groups.
Knowledge of AS9100 and FAA aerospace quality requirements.
Willingness and ability to travel approximately 20% as needed.

Responsibilities

Prepare, manage, and analyze airline usage data files to identify new product development opportunities.
Gather and research data from airline technical documents, usage files, Purchasing and Engineering personnel, and HEICO/Seal Dynamics sales personnel.
Support sales personnel during visits to airline Engineering, Purchasing, and Maintenance teams as needed.
Prepare and justify business cases for launching product development to the senior leadership team.
Locate, negotiate, and procure OEM sample parts for new product development as required.
Manage requests related to customer commitments with sales team members around the world.
Attend and support meetings with airline and MRO customers as needed.
Maintain NPD tracking reports and provide scheduled status updates to Senior Management.
Identify suppliers for new components, materials, and assemblies that align with engineering, quality, and customer requirements.
Engage suppliers early in product development and work with cross-functional teams to obtain input on manufacturability, lead time, and cost targets.
Coordinate execution of Non-Disclosure Agreements for new suppliers.
Support RFQs and RFPs for new parts and assemblies by analyzing cost structures, evaluating technical capabilities, and negotiating terms.
Work with engineering, operations, and quality to ensure supplier performance meets design and compliance standards.
Maintain accurate records of sourcing decisions, supplier performance, and cost tracking in ERP and procurement systems.
Travel to airlines to identify new opportunities and to suppliers to evaluate capabilities, approximately 20% as needed.