Overview

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Must be willing to relocate to Boise, Idaho.

Fly Racing is currently seeking a talented and motivated Product Designer to design and develop projects for FLY Moto, and MTB brand segments. This full-time position, located at our Boise, Idaho headquarters, will work within the Product Design team to design and development of FLY products and apparel. Well qualified individuals will have six plus years of experience in product design and product development of powersports apparel and equipment, or within similar industry. Senior level candidates will possess an excellent design portfolio, strong industry knowledge, and the ability to help inspire the creative process. Excellent communication skills are essential as the position demands effective coordination between design teams, domestic and foreign vendors, and internal departments within Fly Racing. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Able to work through all phases of the product development process – concepts through production.
  • Create original designs relevant to products associated with MX and MTB segments
  • Ability to design and create using a variety of methods such as sketching, physical prototyping, Adobe Illustrator / Photoshop, etc.
  • Provide high-quality product designs and product directions.
  • Create dynamic trend directions with colors, materials, features, and graphics.
  • Create detailed tech packs for vendors that provides all required information for production.
  • Create and manage project timeline/schedule with vendor. Ensure key milestones and delivery dates are achieved.
  • Daily communication and coordination with internal development staff, and factories to ensure that the product development goals are being met for each project.
  • Create product reviews for development, pre-production, and TOP samples.
  • Overseas travel to vendor factories as needed.

Competencies

  • Bachelor's Degree in design field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 3+ years of experience within the product design/development field.
  • Exceptional design skill and the ability to communicate form through 2-D and/or 3D means.
  • A comprehensive understanding of design, development, and production processes.
  • A willingness to embrace art direction, and encourage positive collaboration with fellow designers and staff
  • High proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop. Experience in Microsoft Office and 3D modeling software a plus.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing practice and methods in the garment industry, including: sewing, materials, construction layout, and pattern making.
  • Demonstrate a desire to lead and foster growth in a collaborative team environment within multiple disciplines.
  • Ability to effectively solve problems on a variety of issues with a solution-based approach.
  • Highly organized, positive attitude, and self-driven.

 
 
 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Interest in outdoor power sports (Motorcycles, Snowmobiles, ATV/UTV, BMX, Mountain Bike, and Watercraft)
  • Strong mechanical inclination, with a sense of fashion and current trends.

COMPANY CULTURE
Love the great outdoors? Love being a part of a fast-paced, expanding community of passionate motosport enthusiasts? Well we do too. So what is it we do here at WPS? We like to say “we sell fun.” As one of the fastest growing wholesale distributors of aftermarket powersports parts, apparel, and accessories we believe in working hard and playing harder. We sell fun products, delivering to a nationwide-network of dealers from six warehouse locations around the country. Beyond our enthusiasm for the powersports industry, WPS is committed to the lives of its employees and provides many perks. Take advantage of a fully groomed motocross track during scheduled company ride days; get in a lunchtime workout session at our state-of-the-art gym facility, complete with half-court basketball court; play ping pong, darts or use the pool tables in the company break room; and enjoy the employee-appreciation BBQ’s. We provide a comprehensive package of benefits which include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and supplemental insurance; 401K and ROTH 401K with company match; Vacation and Sick time, Hospital time, competitive pay and an exciting work experience!
 

About Western Power Sports

Join WPS

At Western Power Sports, our motto is "work hard, play hard". We are seeking individuals who are passionate about life and bring that energy to their careers. As a member of our team, you will be exposed to the fast-paced powersports environment, which has experienced explosive growth over recent years. We offer competitive pay and benefits coupled with potential for career growth.

Company Culture

Love the great outdoors? Love riding anything with two wheels? Four wheels? Skis? Based in beautiful Boise, Idaho, access to the great outdoors is just outside your front door. So what is it we do? We like to say “we sell fun.” As one of the fastest growing wholesale distributors of aftermarket powersports parts, apparel, and accessories, we are a group of enthusiasts that work hard, play just as hard, and sell fun products to a nationwide network of dealers and fellow enthusiasts.

Beyond our enthusiasm for the powersports industry, we provide many perks besides easy access to a sportsman’s paradise. Take advantage of a fully groomed motocross track, during scheduled company ride days, at our on-site test motocross track; get in a lunchtime workout session at our state-of-the-art gym facility—complete with half-court basketball court; or, take part in our weekly group mountain bike ride.

What else? Well, in case you haven’t noticed already, we like to have fun around here. We value a casual office atmosphere paired with an intense competitive drive to succeed. We strive to bring our customers the best product, service and delivery in the friendliest, most helpful manner possible—while at the same time having fun and enjoying what we do. Sound like fun? Then join us!