The Aerospace Corporation · 1 month ago
Industrial Base/Supply Chain Engineer
Chantilly, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expThe Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, providing unmatched technical expertise in various aspects of space. The Industrial Base/Supply Chain Engineer will lead industrial base assessments, support risk decisions related to the industrial base, and evaluate supplier facilities to ensure operational reliability.
AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Partner with the government to identify and mitigate supply chain, industrial base and space vehicle parts issues and quality concerns for a broad range of government programs
Develop strategies to mitigate industrial base issues and concerns impacting the availability of components and to address technology obsolescence concerns including research and development infusion or industrial base financial stimulation necessary to ensure industry capability to meet government production needs
Work with internal Aerospace labs and subject matter experts along with industry in the analysis of parts anomalies and product disruptions to determine root cause and to qualify alternatives
Lead and monitor technical projects related to the manufacture or certification of technologies whose current or future availability are at risk, and which are critical to current and future programs
Partner with the government to evaluate and employ commercially available industrial base illumination and supply chain risk management assessment tools
Develop, plan and execute on-site supplier assessments against AS9100 and supplier policy criteria to identify process shortfalls and concerns
Perform complex assignments independently without appreciable direction exercising considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, sciences, mathematics, or related discipline
8 years of progressively more responsible engineering/scientific experience including experience leading a team, process, and/or projects from conception to completion
Previous experience working with vendors and other agencies to mitigate supply-chain issues
Experience with planning, developing, and executing procurement of specialized materials, and complex assemblies for a defense space Integrated Product Team (IPT), Program, or collection of Programs
Experience developing new suppliers, performing supply-chain risk management, assessing supplier performance, developing and executing supplier return-to-green mitigation plans, and supply chain issue resolution plans
Experience developing and performing supplier on-site assessments and root cause, corrective action investigations
Effective, concise, compelling communication skills
Ability to build relationships across the government, SETAs, prime contractors and sub-tier suppliers
This position requires a current and active TS/SCI clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
Preferred
Background in government acquisitions
Familiarity with Space Industrial Base
Knowledge of and familiarity with Mission Assurance Compliance Standards, FAR/DFARS regulations and agency supplements
Proven experience with supplier management including development and execution of hardware specifications, Statement of Work, terms and conditions, and Contract Data deliverables for major/key subcontractors
Experience formulating and utilizing appropriate metrics and indicators to manage and improve supplier/subcontractor performance
Direct experience cultivating and maintaining strong working relationships with program leadership, government, prime contractors and sub-tier suppliers
Benefits
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
Company
The Aerospace Corporation
As the government’s preeminent space innovation partner, Aerospace brings technical expertise to advance the nation's missions in space.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tanya Pemberton
President & CEO
Ashley Kowalski
Project Leader - International Partnerships
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