Management Development Program Associate

About the Company

CPI Electron Device Business, with a history spanning more than seven decades, is a global leader in design, development, and manufacturing of electronic components and subsystems. We have locations in the United States and Europe. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the radar, defense, industrial, and scientific markets.

The Management Rotational Program is a structured leadership development opportunity designed for high‑potential professionals seeking accelerated growth into management roles. Participants begin as individual contributors, reporting to functional leaders within each rotation, and gain hands‑on experience across the company’s core business areas, including Sales, Finance, and Operations. This immersive approach builds an understanding of the company’s products, customers, and operating model while developing strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making capabilities.

Throughout the program, participants assume increasing levels of responsibility, progressing from execution‑focused roles to supervisory and people‑leadership assignments. Participants are expected to deliver measurable results, challenge assumptions, and drive continuous improvement in each rotation. The program combines real‑world accountability, formal development, and mentorship from experienced Vice Presidents and senior leaders. The program typically spans 24–36 months. Upon successful completion, participants are expected to transition into a management role aligned with business needs and individual strengths, continuing their careers with the organization as leaders responsible for driving results, developing teams, and creating long‑term value.

• Rotate through multiple business functions over an 18–24 month period, with each rotation lasting approximately 6–8 months.
• Begin the program in individual contributor roles, with the objective of progressing toward a supervisory or people‑management role upon program completion.
• Support and lead productivity, process improvement, or growth‑related initiatives.
• Analyze complex and sometimes incomplete data sets, synthesize insights, and translate findings into actionable business recommendations.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree required; engineering or business background preferred (MBA or equivalent experience a plus).
• Strong analytical skills, with demonstrated ability to analyze data from multiple sources and apply insights to business decisions.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and influence in fast‑paced, high‑pressure environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for learning across unfamiliar business areas.
• A hands‑on mindset with the willingness to roll up their sleeves and learn the business from the ground up.
• A bias for action and a track record of delivering results.
• Coachability, resilience, and the ability to learn from feedback and setbacks.
• Interest in long‑term career growth, including lateral and upward progression to build broad business perspective.
• Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to build trust with employees and leaders at all levels.
• A collaborative, transparent, and flexible working style.
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort with ambiguity, change, and competing priorities.

• Must be able to support standard business hours, Monday through Friday. Must also be able to support overtime as required to support business needs.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. and be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• This position requires potential access to technology controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate…