Firefly Aerospace · 1 day ago
Product Engineer, Formed Metallics
Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company that enables our world to launch, land, and operate in space. They are seeking a Commodity Engineer to support sourcing for design, manufacturing, testing, and R&D projects, while leading initiatives to identify and qualify suppliers and resolve production challenges.
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Responsibilities
Support day-to-day purchasing duties for Commodity Management and Supply Chain groups
Assist in supplier evaluation and selection process for new suppliers in R & D and production
Support (TCO) cost savings efforts for R&D and production
Help resolve risk issues from long lead, raw material, capacity, sole source, and other constraints that arise in the design, qualification, and production phases
Analyze supplier engineering feedback and act as liaison between internal and external technical parties
Review drawings from the supplier’s perspective to ensure they are complete and contain all required information
Ensure clear and complete technical communication with suppliers
Assist in maintaining supplier and part attributes in the ERP system as needed
Manage supplier technical inquiries and ensure communication of engineering change orders and scope modifications as required
Review technical aspects of requisitions and provide advice as subject matter expert
Support the creation and release of new parts in the system
Provide technical support for commodity management and purchasing in their assigned commodity group
Support material failure analysis and root cause corrective actions (RCCA)
While maintaining focus on quality, delivery, and cost; provide consulting and support for supply chain critical needs
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering discipline
7-10 + years working in supply chain or directly with purchasing
5-7 + yrs. Working with aerospace components, instrumentation, and raw materials
Working knowledge of manufacturing, fabrication, integration, and quality control relevant to fluid components (such as machining, inspection, assembly, testing, etc.)
A desire to establish and foster strong interdisciplinary relationships across the company
Ability to travel to suppliers and other Firefly sites up to 25% of the time
MS Office (including Excel, Word & Outlook)
Software operation and data entry skills
Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and prioritization of internal issues
Proven experience working cross functionally and shown ability to influence and communicate across all levels
Strong ability to handle and effectively prioritize multiple competing priorities and requests
Possess a valid “Real ID” driver's license, and clean driving record
Ability to pass Air Force background checks
Physical stamina to perform regular duties, including: Lift, push, or pull at least 50 pounds, Stand for long periods of time, Crouch, bend, and reach
Preferred
Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent field
Experience working with industry standards, such as ASTM, ASM, NASA and ISO, and their uses, limitations, and applications
Track record of innovation and delivering strategic business results in the context of materials and component engineering solutions
Odoo ERP/MRP knowledge
ITAR experience
Aerospace Industry as an OEM, Supplier, Contractor, Sub-contractor
Experience in an Engineering development, Proto-typing and test environment a plus
Benefits
Generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles
Parental leave
Educational reimbursement
Short term disability
Pet Insurance
Flexible PTO options
Company
Firefly Aerospace
Firefly Aerospace is a space company that develops and operates launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles for commercial mission.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$796.56MKey Investors
Northrop GrummanRPM VenturesAE Industrial Partners
2025-08-07IPO
2025-05-29Corporate Round· $50M
2024-11-12Series D· $175M
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