NPI Manager

For more than 65 years, HEICO Corporation, a NYSE traded company, has thrived by serving niche segments of the aviation, defense, space and electronics industries by providing innovative and cost-saving products and services. HEICO’s high-energy culture focuses our Team Members’ on providing high quality products and services to our customer base, which is made up of most of the world’s airlines and the defense industry. Our leadership approach creates a dynamic environment that continually challenges our Team Members to perform their best. Forbes Magazine recently ranked HEICO as one of the 200 “Best Small Companies” and 200 “Hot Shot Stocks” and the World’s Most Innovative Growth Companies.

Seal Dynamics is currently recruiting for a NPI Manager for its located in Tampa, FL.  This position will be part of the New Product Introduction (NPI) and Sourcing team.  This team member will be the key focal for identifying and gaining customer interest in new opportunities reporting to the Sr Director of NPI and Sourcing

Core Responsibilities

• Prepare, manage, and analyze airline usage data files in search of new product development opportunities.
• Gather and research data from airline technical documents (IPC, AMM, CMM, etc.), usage files, and/or Purchasing/Engineering personnel, as well as HEICO/SD sales personnel.
• Support sales personnel, as needed, on visits to airline Engineering, Purchasing and Maintenance.
• Prepare and justify business cases to launch the product development process to the senior leadership team.
• Locate, negotiate, and procure (OEM) sample parts for new product development efforts as required.
• Manage the requests related to customer commitments with the sales team members based around the world.
• Attend and support meetings at airline and MRO customers as needed.
• Maintain NPD tracking reports and provide scheduled status updates to Senior Management.
• Supplier Identification: Source suppliers for new components, materials, and assemblies that align with engineering, quality and customer requirements.
• Early Supplier Engagement: Partner with cross functional team early in product development to ensure supplier input on manufacturability, lead time, and cost targets.
• Coordinate Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) execution for new suppliers.
• Support RFQs/RFPs for new parts and assemblies—analyzing cost structures, evaluating technical capability, and negotiating terms.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, operations, and quality to ensure supplier performance meets design and compliance standards.
• Data & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of sourcing decisions, supplier performance, and cost tracking within ERP and procurement systems.

Requirements/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Data Analytics or related field.
• 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. Familiarity with navigating technical publications.  
• Technical aptitude to identify aircraft component functionality and match with company development capabilities.
• Well-developed technical communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey information and ideas clearly and concisely.
• Must have strong follow-up skills and the ability to develop productive business relationships.
• Highly Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (emphasis on MS Excel).
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and sourcing analytics tools.
• Ability to make good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, experience, and judgment.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize, balance, and manage multiple items with effective results.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage customer/supplier relationships effectively.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills and strict attention to detail.
• Learns quickly facing new challenges; open to change; strives for continuous improvement of self and process.
• 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.
• The position requires travel (~20% as needed) to airlines to identify new opportunities and suppliers to evaluate capabilities.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong interest in aerospace manufacturing who possesses a balanced mix of technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and data analytics skills to drive new airline solutions. It offers a unique opportunity to learn a dynamic industry and grow within a successful, forward-thinking company. A genuine enthusiasm for engaging with both customers and suppliers is essential.