Manager - Product Development (NPD / R&D)

Role Snapshot

Lead New Product Introduction, Transition to Manufacturing leveraging vending eco system, product development and business coordination for defence-related mechanical and electronic systems

Role KRAs

• Manage end to end product lifecycle for defence products and systems
• Handle product development (NPD / R&D), planning, sourcing, vendor coordination
• Work closely with defence customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to define technical requirements and execution plans
• Prepare product roadmaps, technical specifications, BOM coordination and validation plans
• Support prototype development, testing, troubleshooting, and field deployment activities
• Coordinate supplier development and ensure quality, cost, and delivery targets are achieved
• Monitor project timelines, risks, and engineering change management
• Support compliance, documentation, and defence qualification activities

Desired Candidate Profile

• Strong understanding of Electro Mechanical systems, Motors and Drive, Hub motor, Electrical & electronics systems
• Experience in handling cross-functional engineering teams.
• ESSENTIAL - Experience in Electric vehice / Agro EV / defence projects / rugged mobility platforms
• Good communication and leadership capability

Client is keen to induct a professional who can join the startup team, and play a key role in building the organisation for the long-term. Hence client is looking for a professional with not just relevant technical expertise, but also having the mindset & people management skills to create an environment that would encourage innovation and strategic thinking in the team

Next Steps

• You may apply via Naukri - pl send customised profile highlighting / detailing your experience in the role KRAs

• If you have any queries you may send a mail to Mr.Deepu Antony on [email protected]

• We would have an assessment interaction with candidates we shortlist for the role based on review of the resume, and share client details

• We would discuss your candidature with the client only after our assessment interaction with you, and your confirmation of interest in the client organisation

You would have a Professionally & Financially rewarding experience working with the start-up organisation and playing a pivotal role in driving the organisation to be a leading player in the Defence Product sector