The Opportunity:
The Operations Project Engineer, NPI will be responsible for successful product introduction by project managing the Operations activities cross a multi-disciplinary team consisting of Manufacturing Engineers, Planners, Buyers, Production Staff, Quality and EH&S - providing leadership and technical/project guidance for OCT products.
Responsibilities:
- Lead all phases of New Product Introduction (NPI) from planning through production ramp, ensuring timely execution and adherence to schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including schedules, milestones, risks, and mitigation strategies while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Drive manufacturing readiness by leading pilot builds, process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ), and operational readiness reviews in compliance with ISO 9001 and internal quality systems.
- Own end-to-end manufacturing process development, documentation, and production transfer, including process flows, work instructions, routings, BOMs, tooling, and equipment specifications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Design, Quality, Operations) to ensure Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA), providing early manufacturing input.
- Serve as liaison between program management, engineering, and operations teams to address technical challenges, communicate risks, and present stage gate reviews and project estimations.
- Define and track product targets using DFx toolsets, resolve manufacturing issues during ramp-up, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop and lead operator training strategies to ensure production readiness for new products.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical, or related)
- 5+ years of experience in NPI, manufacturing engineering, or process development managing complex projects in a manufacturing operations environment
- Proven experience leading new product introduction (NPI) through production ramp (not solely sustaining engineering)
- Experience in precision manufacturing environments (medical device, aerospace, electronics, or advanced materials)
- Experience presenting to executive and or senior leadership
- Must have a well-rounded project management background with experience in a DoD or Space environment
- Strong knowledge of current and advanced Manufacturing processes and technologies
- Strong interpersonal skills to engage with diverse stakeholders and work effectively in cross-functional teams
- Lean / Six Sigma experience
Desired:
- PMP Certification is an asset
- Lean Greenbelt or Six Sigma certified is an asset
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$71,500 - $150,200Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical, or related)
- 5+ years of experience in NPI, manufacturing engineering, or process development managing complex projects
- Proven experience leading new product introduction through production ramp
- Experience in precision manufacturing environments (medical device, aerospace, electronics, or advanced materials)
- Must have a well-rounded project management background with experience in a DoD or Space environment
- Strong knowledge of current and advanced Manufacturing processes and technologies
- Lean / Six Sigma experience
- PMP Certification is an asset
- Lean Greenbelt or Six Sigma certified is an asset
CACI International Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Pay is supported by a broad set of health-plan options across multiple national carriers, with telemedicine and tax-advantaged accounts included. Dental and vision choices are also described as multi-option, which strengthens overall coverage breadth.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off is available for many salaried-exempt roles, while hourly roles accrue PTO, creating multiple time-off pathways by employment class. Paid disability coverage, fixed holidays, and paid leave programs (including parental leave and other leave types) further round out time-off and leave coverage.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support includes a 401(k) match structure described as 50% up to 8% of pay (effective 4%) and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a discount. Tuition reimbursement and certification support also add to the overall rewards package that complements core retirement benefits.
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What We Do
CACI’s approximately 23,000 talented employees are vigilant in providing the unique expertise and distinctive technology that address our customers’ greatest enterprise and mission challenges. Our culture of good character, innovation, and excellence drives our success and earns us recognition as a Fortune World's Most Admired Company. As a member of the Fortune 1000 Largest Companies, the Russell 1000 Index, and the S&P MidCap 400 Index, we consistently deliver strong shareholder value. Visit us at www.caci.com.
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