About ISC
Established in 1971, ISC began building custom power cables & assemblies for
Gateway, Kingston, and Xerox. With over 50 years of manufacturing experience,
ISC is capable of meeting tight deadlines and changing forecasts while
maintaining quality. Our products [https://isc.co/products/] are in use
worldwide in commercial and military aircraft
[https://isc.co/industries/aerospace/], lifesaving medical devices
[https://isc.co/industries/medical/], weapon systems
[https://isc.co/industries/military-defense/], inflight entertainment, power
systems, and countless commercial, industrial
[https://isc.co/industries/industrial/] & computer applications
[https://isc.co/industries/technology/]. Our facility is environmentally
controlled, engineered for manufacturing flexibility, includes dedicated
assembly labs for isolated program management, and a cleanroom facility. With
dedicated professionals and assemblers regularly operating two full shifts, ISC
operates with the most current high-speed tooling, material handling, and test
equipment.
Job Overview
The NPI Engineering Supervisor leads and develops NPI Engineers and Technicians
while remaining hands-on in the technical execution of new product introductions
and continuous improvement initiatives. This role is responsible for
prioritizing team workloads, ensuring NPI deliverables and documentation are
completed on schedule, coordinating product transfers between departments, and
driving improvements in manufacturability, yield, and cycle time.
The NPI Engineering Supervisor works closely with Engineering, Account
Management, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure products successfully
transition through the manufacturing lifecycle. This role requires a strong
balance of technical expertise and people leadership, with an emphasis on
developing the team, solving complex manufacturing problems, and improving how
ISC introduces new products into production.
What You'll Do:
* Lead and develop a team of NPI Engineers and Technicians, setting clear
expectations, providing coaching, and holding the team accountable for
performance and project execution.
* Set priorities and manage workloads across the NPI team, balancing project
timelines, technical complexity, business priorities, and available
resources.
* Oversee NPI execution from customer order/release through product transfer
and production readiness, ensuring required deliverables, documentation, and
release requirements are completed on schedule.
* Coordinate product transfers between NPI, Engineering, Supply Chain,
Operations, and other departments to ensure new products transition into
production smoothly.
* Drive DFM/DFA across NPI projects to improve manufacturability, yield,
quality, cycle time, and cost.
* Provide hands-on technical leadership when complex manufacturing, process, or
product issues require escalation, using structured problem-solving and root
cause analysis to drive resolution.
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives that improve NPI cycle time,
manufacturing yields, production efficiency, and the overall product transfer
process.
* Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Account Management, Supply
Chain, and Operations to identify risks, resolve issues, and keep NPI
projects moving forward.
* Monitor NPI performance and communicate project status, risks, resource
needs, and schedule concerns to key stakeholders.
* Develop scalable manufacturing processes by identifying opportunities related
to tooling, equipment, processes, documentation, and production methods.
* Build team capability by identifying development needs, strengthening
technical skills, and creating opportunities for Engineers and Technicians to
take on greater responsibility.
* Improve the NPI operating process by identifying gaps in communication,
documentation, prioritization, and execution and implementing practical
solutions.
* Perform other duties as assigned in support of business needs.
Must-Have Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,
Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of
education and hands-on experience.
* 5+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, NPI Engineering, Process
Engineering, ora related manufacturing engineering function.
* 2+ years of direct people management experience, with accountability for team
performance and employee development.
* Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and the product lifecycle.
* Experience managing project priorities, schedules, costs, and deliverables.
* Experience working with ERP/MRP systems.
* Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
* Demonstrated problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, BOMs, and
other technical documentation.
* Demonstrated ability to coach, develop, and hold technical team members
accountable.
* Ability to balance hands-on technical work with people leadership and
cross-functional project management.
* Strong sense of ownership, urgency, and accountability in a fast-paced
manufacturing environment.
Bonus Points If You Have:
* Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and product transfers.
* Experience with electronics assembly, cable assemblies, wire harnesses,
connectors, overmolding, or electromechanical assemblies.
* Experience with SolidWorks or other CAD software.
* Experience applying DFM/DFA principles.
* Experience in aerospace, defense, medical device, or other regulated
manufacturing environments.
* Experience with AS9102, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, or process
validation.
* Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.
* Experience with automation, tooling, fixtures, or equipment development.
* Experience with ERP systems such as M3 or similar platforms.
Compensation Range:
$110,000 - $120,000/year + bonus
We are committed to a high-performance culture of ownership, responsibility, and
accountability, which will lead to breakthrough results in service for our
customers and highly motivated employees.
ISC is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected
veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Export Control Requirements (ITAR): This position requires access to controlled
technical data. In accordance with the International Traffic in Arms
Regulations, applicants must be a “U.S. Person,” which includes U.S. citizens,
lawful permanent residents (green card holders), refugees, or asylees, or
otherwise be eligible to obtain required export authorizations.