Job SummaryThe Senior Manager of NPI is responsible for leading the end-to-end product introduction lifecycle for multiple product families, from development handoff through volume production. This role owns NPI execution strategy, builds and leads a high-performing NPI organization, and partners closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management to ensure predictable, scalable, and high-quality product launches.
This is a senior leadership role requiring strong technical depth, operational excellence, people leadership, and the ability to influence across functions and geographies.
Key ResponsibilitiesNPI Strategy & Execution- Own and drive the NPI strategy across multiple concurrent product families, ensuring on-time, on-cost, and high-quality product launches
- Lead full NPI lifecycle including development handoff, pilot builds, qualification, ramp, and high-volume manufacturing
- Establish and continuously improve NPI processes, readiness criteria, and phase-gate reviews
- Anticipate and mitigate risks related to yield, manufacturability, test coverage, supply chain, and quality
Technical & Cross-Functional Leadership- Act as the senior NPI interface to Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Test, Reliability, and Operations
- Drive DFM/DFT/DFA alignment early in product development
- Lead root-cause analysis and resolution of complex technical and manufacturing issues
- Ensure production readiness across internal and external manufacturing sites, including OSAT and foundry partners
People & Organizational Leadership- Hire, develop, and manage a team of NPI engineers and managers
- Set clear goals, performance expectations, and development plans for the organization
- Build scalable organizational structures to support growing product and business needs
- Mentor senior engineers and managers; foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and execution excellence
Program & Business Ownership- Partner with Product Management and Program Management on product roadmap execution and long-range planning
- Own NPI cost targets, ramp plans, and manufacturing KPIs for assigned product lines
- Provide executive-level status reporting on NPI execution, risks, and mitigations
- Support customer engagements as the senior NPI and manufacturing subject-matter expert
Continuous Improvement- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across yield, cycle time, cost, and scalability
- Standardize best practices across product families and manufacturing partners
- Introduce data-driven decision-making and operational dashboards
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field (Master's preferred)
- 10+ years of experience in NPI, manufacturing, or operations engineering in semiconductor or complex hardware environments
- 5+ years of people management experience, including hiring and managing senior engineers and managers
- Proven track record of successfully launching multiple products into volume production
- Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, yield learning, test, reliability, and qualification
- Strong cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to influence without authority
Preferred Qualifications- Experience managing NPI across multiple sites and external manufacturing partners
- Prior ownership of NPI strategy for a product line or technology platform
- Experience presenting to senior executives and driving alignment at the leadership level
- Background in high-reliability or precision products (e.g., semiconductors, MEMS, RF, or automotive/industrial devices)
Leadership Expectations- Operates as a business and execution leader, not just a functional expert
- Thinks at the product family and portfolio level, balancing near-term execution with long-term scalability
- Builds teams and systems that scale with company growth
- Sets a high bar for execution discipline, transparency, and accountability
Compensation Range:At SiTime, we believe great work deserves great rewards. We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive compensation package designed to attract top talent.
The annual base salary range for this role is $154,000.00 - $246,000.00. The final offer is determined by factors such as location, experience, education, and training.
In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for a quarterly bonus tied to the achievement of innovation goals-reflecting our commitment to recognizing meaningful impact. We also offer equity grants, providing a meaningful opportunity to share in the company's future growth and success.
Benefits offered: 401k plan, health and wellness that includes medical, dental, vision, life, parental leave, legal services, and time off plans.
