Staff Supply Chain Engineer, Arsenal-1 - Factory Launch & Localization
Core
Lead a team of sourcing engineers and subcontract managers to develop supply chain strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and support the launch and localization of autonomous air vehicles (AAVs) for hyper-scale manufacturing.
Role type
Senior leadership supply chain manager (manufacturing)
Builds
Autonomous air vehicles (AAVs) for defense applications
Domain
Defense / Aerospace manufacturing
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, team leadership, cost engineering, BOM management, value-stream mapping, risk assessment, CAPEX management
Preferred skills
MBA or Master's in supply chain/engineering, defense/aerospace/automotive industry experience, large team influence
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead and manage a team of supply chain professionals; Develop and implement supply chain strategies; Negotiate complex commercial terms with suppliers; Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve problems; Identify and implement process improvements; Partner with strategic suppliers to accelerate product development and localization; Drive development of manufacturing BOM; Manage CAPEX throughout NPI; Conduct value-stream mapping; Complete BOM risk assessment; Lead cost engineering activities; Manage ad-hoc cost issues (tariffs, inflation)
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities