Senior NPI Engineer(EMS)

Thales•Anchorage, AK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Thales is expanding its presence in India through the development of a Group Engineering Competence Centre (ECC), reinforcing its position as a leader in all its markets. Launching in early 2019 in Bengaluru, the ECC will expand Thales’ footprint in its core business areas and cement its long-standing relationship with India. Strong of more than 500 engineers as of today, ECC will grow to >1200 by 2029. This role is part of the Industrial Process Engineering function within the AVS-FLX team. The position is Senior NPI Engineer – PCB,PCBA, responsible for managing the introduction of new products and overseeing industrial transfer activities. AVS-FLX has an objective to expand industrial process engineering function in India ensuring remote engineering support to FLX Industry and preparing industrial footprint expansion in the region. Achieving a high level of maturity for our products in production is one of the major challenges of the AVS/FLX industry, both during the industrialization phase and throughout the product's life cycle. Supplier Industrialization in India is the core area in Industrial Footprint expansion. You will join the Supplier Industrialization team responsible to develop & production of Thales Parts/Products at Supplier End.

Requirements

Must have experience in technologies qualification plan definition and execution in order to increase technology maturity from TRL3-4 to TRL 5-6
Must have experience in electronic manufacturing readiness definition and execution in order to increase process maturity from MRL2-4 to MRL7-8
Must have experience to ensure the realization of your batch in the objective of the targeted RC series, the mastery of NRC industrialization and the provision of production lines of all means of production and testing
Proven experience managing end-to-end PCB and PCBA projects from concept through production and delivery.
Strong ability to coordinate cross-functional teams including design engineers, production, quality, and procurement.
Expertise in project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management.
Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and supplier/vendor relationships effectively.
Strong understanding of PCB design and manufacturing processes, including multilayer boards, flex and rigid-flex PCBs.
In-depth knowledge of PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) processes: SMT, through-hole, wave soldering, reflow soldering, and inspection techniques.
Familiarity with DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFA (Design for Assembly) principles.
Knowledge of industry standards and certifications (IPC standards like IPC-A-610, IPC-7711/7721, ISO, RoHS, REACH).
Understanding of testing methodologies for PCBs and PCBA: AOI (Automated Optical Inspection), ICT (In-Circuit Test), functional testing.
Knowledge of materials, components, and supply chain relevant to PCB & PCBA.
Mastery of quality tracking tools for processes: FMEA, monitoring plan, MSA
Knowledge of APQP methodology
Practice of analysis and problem-solving techniques (PDCA, 8D, .) related to electronic board assembly technologies
Knowledge of DFx approach (Design For Manufacturing, Test, Repair, ...).
Knowledge of EN9100 standard requirements
Knowledge of APQP requirements, particularly aerospace standard EN9145
Ensure full collaboration and interaction within ECC and country stakeholders
Proactive mindset with the ability to deliver results despite challenges or adversities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders
Dynamic and flexible, able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and environments.
Ability to work with deadlines and without supervision
Analytical and problem-solving skills, Logical thinking
Adaptability and learning skills
Negotiation and networking skills
Cost conscious and frugal thinking
Multi- Disciplinary team working
Strong willingness to interact with different stakeholders
Minimum 6 years of experience managing projects related to PCB and PCB assembly boards.
Experience in automotive or aerospace sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

NPI - You work Closely with Design Team from India/France to understand the design requirement & then work with Suppliers(India/Asia) to manufacture the PCB/PCBA complaint with Thales requirements
Industrial Transfer - You are responsible to reindustrialize the production of PCB/PCBA Boards from Global Location to India/Asia Suppliers.
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of PCB and PCBA projects from concept through production and final shipment.
Develop detailed project schedules, milestones, and timelines ensuring all deliverables meet quality, cost, and deadline targets.
Coordinate cross-functional teams including design, procurement, manufacturing, and quality assurance.
Monitor project progress and adjust plans as necessary to address risks, delays, or technical issues.
Oversee PCB design reviews and ensure designs meet manufacturing and assembly requirements (DFM/DFA).
Manage PCB and PCBA prototyping, pilot runs, and transition to volume production.
Ensure all processes comply with industry standards such as IPC, ISO, RoHS, and other regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure product quality, cost efficiency, and timely delivery.
Review and approve technical documentation including BOM (Bill of Materials), process flows, and work instructions.
Implement quality control processes and oversee product testing (AOI, ICT, functional testing).
Lead root cause analysis and drive corrective actions for manufacturing or assembly issues.
Manage risk assessments and mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams, suppliers, and clients regarding project status and issues.
Provide regular project updates and reports to senior management.
Facilitate meetings, review sessions, and project documentation audits.
Identify cost reduction opportunities to improve PCB/PCBA design, manufacturing, and assembly processes.
Implement best practices and lessons learned to enhance project efficiency and product quality.
Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and standards.