Senior Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Advanced Effects
Core
Enable development and production flow of critical supply base by qualifying and implementing product designs with suppliers, optimizing for quality, efficiency, and cost from early development through full production.
Role type
Senior Supplier Industrialization Engineer (Propulsion/Mechanical Casting)
Builds
Propulsion engines and mechanical casting components for defense systems
Domain
Defense technology / Aerospace manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Supplier quality management, industrialization strategy, factory layout optimization, process performance controls (SPC), root cause analysis, capacity planning, cost reduction, NPI execution, technical expertise in propulsion engines or mechanical casting
Preferred skills
Mechanical or metallurgical engineering background, defense/aerospace/automotive industry experience, high-mix low-volume product development, fast-paced startup environment adaptability
Technologies
CAD, GD&T
Responsibilities
Vet supplier production capabilities and facilities for Approved Supplier List inclusion; Support SQE in ensuring adherence to part quality criteria; Own bringing up new production tooling and lines at supplier sites; Drive capacity expansion readiness and production ramp-up; Establish and drive process performance and controls (SPC) reviews; Identify and drive product/process improvements to lower cost and reduce supply risk; Support root cause task forces and close the loop on corrective/preventative actions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC