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Akkodis · 14 hours ago

Aviation Supplier Recovery Engineer

Cincinnati, OH

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level

$55/hr - $70/hr

7+ years exp

Akkodis is seeking an Aviation Supplier Recovery Engineer for a three month contract job with possible continued extensions. The role involves serving as the primary on-site representative for the company at various delinquent supplier locations, stabilizing industrial processes, and executing recovery initiatives to align supplier output with operational requirements.

Information Technology & Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conduct deep-dive assessments using industry-standard tools (8D, Pareto, VSM) to identify bottlenecks and systemic failures within supplier operations

Negotiate and validate formal recovery plans. These plans must be credible, time-bound, and include specific milestones for backlog reduction

Implement tracking mechanisms to provide real-time visibility into Work in Progress (WIP). Ensure supplier commitments are backed by physical inventory and production evidence

Adapt supplier capabilities to meet company’s technical and volume expectations. This includes driving corrective actions to sustain production rates and mitigate future risks

Provide structured performance updates and risk assessments to both Company General Management and supplier leadership to ensure accountability

Collaborate cross-functionally with Company Purchasing, Procurement, New Product Introduction (NPI), Quality, and Supplier Performance Management teams

Qualification

Industrial engineering toolsAviation engines experienceLean ManufacturingSix SigmaNegotiation skillsProject leadership

Required

Bachelor's Degree

Seven to eight years of experience required in aviation engines and engine components

Travel: This position requires high mobility, with a travel requirement of approximately 80%, primarily within North America

Mastery of industrial engineering tools (Value Stream Mapping, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma)

Ability to lead complex recovery projects under high-pressure, time-sensitive conditions

Strong negotiation skills and the ability to influence C-suite leadership at supplier organizations

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Additional voluntary benefits

An EAP program

Commuter benefits

401K plan

Paid Sick Leave

Holiday pay

Company

Akkodis

Glassdoor3.3

Akkodis provides digital engineering solutions for sustainable and innovative industries.

Zug, Zug, CHE

10001+ employees

https://www.akkodis.com

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