New Product Development Manager

New Product Development ManagerWaltham, MA United StatesJob ID: 1980 Job Type: Full Time Location: Waltham , MA Division: ThermographyJob Description:Extech Instruments, a subsidiary of FLIR Systems, is currently seeking an experiencedNew Prodcut Development Manager to head it's Engineering Department located in Waltham, MA.Extech Instruments, based in Waltham, MA, is a leading supplier of test and measurement instruments, and portable receipt printers with distribution in over 90 countries. Recently acquired by FLIR Systems in 2007, Extech?s product portfolio has increased, adding thermal imagers and Infrared (IR) cameras to the current 15 product categories.Extech, known for an innovative approach to product development, has made extensive use of Infrared technology for both measurement and for communication. Extech holds five patents incorporating IR in measurement instruments. It was the first company to introduce a portable printer with IrDA wireless communication.FLIR Systems, Inc. located in Portland Oregon, is a world leader in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of thermal imaging and stabilized camera systems.The New Product Development Manager will be responsible for all new test and measurement products sold under the Extech brand. This includes both sourcing and developing a proprietary line of new products.New product development responsibility requires taking the lead in the development of new products, including the development and implementation of program goals and leading a cross functional team, advancing a product from concept to production.Responsibilities:?Coordinate activities with suppliers, contractors, supply chain, engineering and manufacturing to successfully meet assigned project objectives.?Lead cross functional program team/s responsible for development of new products for the Extech Instruments product portfolio. Manage projects that have a major impact on future revenue and market presence.?Provide day-to-day coordination; monitor product performance and coordinate resolution of issues.?Ensure that product requirements, project goals and business goals are met.?Assess and manage program risks and budget as well as define and ensure adherence to project schedule. Work with Quality, Engineering, Sales, Marketing and customers to define product specifications and functions.?Create and manage product development schedules, issues, and process requirements.?Coordinate and conduct customer input programs; customer focus groups, customer needs analysis, customer profile development and customer demographic summaries.?Work closely with outside development teams (primarily international) to resolve technical problems and devise new approaches to problems encountered.?Manage and direct and Engineering Department; coach two engineers, manage performance, develop and implement standard operating procedures for department.?Ensure clear communication channels within Engineering Team and cross-functional departments.?Perform other duties as assigned.?Travel up to 30% including 3 to 4 trips to Asia annually and various tradeshowsQualifications:?BS Degree (BSEE or BSME preferred) and 5+ years of Project Management experience required.?5-10 years of experience in leading the design of new electromechanical and digital products or experience in managing a technical function.?3+ Years of supervisory experience required.?Experience with Asian development teams preferred. Ability to speak and /or read and write Mandarin Chinese is helpful.?Experience in the engineering disciplines of mechanical engineering, system engineering, software engineering and electrical engineering.?Must be familiar with functions of Manufacturing, Product Management, Marketing, Quality Assurance, and Procurement.?Experience gathering customer input and developing needs analysis.?Familiarity with electronic and high voltage test equipment and a background in electronics.?Excellent verbal and written communication skills.?Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook.?Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills.