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Job Description: NPD Product Technical Lead– Ordnance

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated NPD Product Technical professional to lead the development of new ordnance products from proposal concepts through qualification and integration into production. This critical position will be responsible for mentoring and managing a team of engineers, overseeing all technical aspects of product development, ensuring timely delivery of engineering deliverables, and driving cross-functional collaboration to achieve program goals. As a key member of the team, you will interact directly with customers, government/military representatives, and internal stakeholders to ensure product success within the aerospace and defense industry.

Key Responsibilities:

1. **Leadership & Team Development:**

2. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers to deliver high-quality technical solutions, meet project milestones, and achieve program objectives.

3. Foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performance team culture.

4. **Program Management:**

5. Oversee and manage all engineering tasks required to design, develop, validate, qualify, and transition ordnance products into production.

6. Develop and maintain engineering budgets, schedules, and resource plans for assigned projects.

7. Ensure program engineering deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.

8. **Technical Data Package Development:**

9. Oversee the creation, review, and release of comprehensive technical data packages, including drawings, test plans, test reports, compliance matrices, and other required documentation.

10. Ensure all technical deliverables meet customer, internal, and regulatory standards.

11. **Customer & Stakeholder Engagement:**

12. Serve as the primary technical interface with customers, government/military representatives, and internal stakeholders.

13. Prepare and present materials for internal and external design reviews, including Internal Design Reviews (IDRs), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDRs), and Critical Design Reviews (CDRs).

14. **Cross-Functional Collaboration:**

15. Work closely with cross-functional development teams, including manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and program management, to ensure seamless integration of new products into production.

16. Drive collaboration between engineering disciplines (e.g., mechanical, electrical, systems) to ensure cohesive product development.

17. **Compliance & Quality Assurance:**

18. Ensure products comply with applicable customer, industry, and government standards and regulations.

19. Support efforts to validate and qualify designs through rigorous testing, analysis, and reviews.

20. **Continuous Improvement:**

21. Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance product development efficiency, quality, and reliability.

22. Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in the aerospace and defense industry.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Systems, or a related field); advanced degree preferred.

+ 8+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, or a related industry, with significant experience in ordnance product development or similar technical programs.

+ Proven leadership experience managing and mentoring engineering teams.

+ Strong understanding of the full product lifecycle, including concept development, design, validation, qualification, and production integration.

+ Expertise in preparing and delivering technical presentations for internal and external audiences, including customers and government representatives.

+ Proficiency in creating and managing technical data packages, including CAD drawings, test plans, and reports.

+ Familiarity with design review processes (IDRs, PDRs, CDRs) and compliance standards in the aerospace and defense industry.

+ Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.

+ Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

+ Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Preferred Skills:

+ Advanced degree preferred

+ Experience working with military and government representatives on technical programs

+ Active or eligible for security clearance (preferred but not required).

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Ralliant Corporation Overview

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

About PacSci EMC

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a Ralliant Corporation (NYSE: RAL) operating company, makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery, we provide leading-edge energetic materials, devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California, our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First, Quality Every TimeTM. We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis, impacting the lives of military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial airline pilots, astronauts, and oil field operators. For nearly a century, PacSci EMC’s experience and expertise has been relied upon in the times When Milliseconds MatterTM. For more information, go to www.psemc.com.PacSci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. Nonetheless, pursuant to our subcontractor status on highly sensitive national security matters, Mechanical Assemblers and all other floor personnel who frequently shift cell assignments, as well as any personnel directly working with the following contract are subject to the following contractual provision: THAAD PRIME Flowdowns (H-Clauses) H-42 FOREIGN PERSONS, paragraph D., “All employees of all entities that make up the Contractor’s team, whether subcontractors, consultants, or anyone who works with or on behalf of the Contractor will be citizens of the U.S.” Accordingly, only U.S. citizens will be qualified to fill these roles. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. We all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It’s how we achieve more together — for each other, for our customers, and for the world. https://www.Ralliant.com/inclusion-diversity

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [email protected].

Bonus or Equity

This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 101,500.00 - 188,500.00

Is this role subject to ITAR?

The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations. While the company encourages all interested applicants to apply, please be aware that ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.