Teledyne Brown Engineering ยท 1 month ago
Senior Material Program Manager
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expTeledyne Brown Engineering provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. The Senior Material Program Manager will lead material planning and sourcing strategy across complex programs, requiring a proactive and solutions-oriented professional to navigate technical challenges and deliver results.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Own Material BOM Estimating: Partner with purchasing and engineering to build accurate, compliant Bill of Materials (BOMs) for proposals, ensuring alignment with FAR/DFARS requirements
Drive Source Development: Analyze technical drawings and supplier capabilities to identify sourcing gaps and develop new supplier relationships
Support Procurement/Sourcing Strategy Formation: Collaborate with program and manufacturing teams to define procurement strategies that meet cost, schedule, and technical requirements
Engage Early: Participate in pre-proposal planning to identify critical supply chain risks and formulate sourcing approaches
Solve Problems Independently: Investigate and resolve supplier issues using data, technical insight, and cross-functional collaboration
Interpret Technical Data: Review RFPs, SOWs, and build-to-print packages to understand material requirements and support sourcing approaches
Communicate Proactively: Ensure alignment across purchasing, manufacturing, and program teams through clear and consistent communication
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related technical field
10 years of relevant experience or additional years of experience in lieu of degree
Proven success in supply chain or sourcing roles with a strong technical component
Hands-on experience with technical drawings, RFPs, and government acquisition regulations
Ability to interpret and act on engineering documentation
Strong understanding of FAR/DFARS compliant estimating principles
Excellent communication and stakeholder management
High technical curiosity and analytical thinking
Self-starter with a 'figure it out' attitude
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities
US Citizenship with ability to attain/maintain a clearance
Ability to travel (domestically/internationally) approximately 10%
Preferred
Expert certification in Advanced Excel preferred
Certifications: CSCP, CPIM, or equivalent preferred
Company
Teledyne Brown Engineering
Teledyne Brown Engineering is a leader in providing innovative systems engineering, integration, operations and advanced manufacturing solutions for defense, space, marine and energy applications.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Riley Austin
HR Business Partner
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