Daniel Chen

NPI Projects Manager @ Elbit Systems ✦ New Product Introduction ✦ Electronics Production & Manufacturing

Israel

About

As an NPI Projects Manager at Elbit Systems, I lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality display and sensor products within defined schedules and budget constraints. With a strong foundation in project management, I foster collaboration among stakeholders and drive operational excellence to support the successful introduction of innovative technologies.

Experience

  • NPI Projects Manager at Elbit Systems Israel
    Jul 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 1 mo

    As NPI Projects Manager at Elbit Systems, I oversee serial production for display and sensor products, integrating mechanics, electronics, and optics. I ensure timely deliveries and collaborate effectively with international clients while managing a complex, multi-year transition that involves extensive matrix management and partnership with diverse stakeholders. I meticulously plan processes using a developed Gantt chart and handle annual NRE and RE budgets, working closely with development engineers and operations to optimize production, quality, and efficiency.

  • New Product Introduction Engineer (NPI) at ACS Motion Control
    Jun 2022 - May 2024 · 2 yrs

    ✧ Sole responsibility for NPI in a factory of 130 workers producing motion controls for the semiconductor industry. ✧ Progressing products from development to the production stage. ✧ Successfully driving multiple projects to meet management requirements and delivery schedules. ✧ Presenting regular Product Review Releases (PRR) in English to the entire company, including staff and senior management based abroad. ✧ Collaborating with and motivating multi-disciplinary stakeholders – Production, Purchasing, Marketing, R&D, Engineering Operations, Simulations, suppliers and external contractors. ✧ Identifying weak points and finding solutions to ensure the highest manufacturing standards. ✧ Training production line staff. ✧ Preparing NPI checklists for DFX - Design for Testability, Design for Manufacturability, Design for Mechanics, and other processes. ✧ Improving processes and optimizing manufacturing workflow. ✧ Sourcing best prices and producers to meet cost reduction targets.

  • Integration Team Lead, Telemetry R&D at AMAREL LTD
    Jan 2020 - May 2022 · 2 yrs 5 mos

    ✧ Led a team of 6 integrators developing and testing E2E reception and transmission test systems for telemetry projects in Israel and abroad. ✧ Travelled to the US to represent Rafael in the field of telemetry. ✧ Operated test equipment: Spectrum Analyzer, Scope Network Analyzer, SG. ✧ Laboratory testing and compiling of ATP, FTP & POD documents. ✧ Planning, drawing, and creating test harnesses for production.