Senior Supplier Development Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Create and implement a thorough supplier development strategy that aligns with the organization's objectives.

• Guide and mentor a team of supplier development engineers and professionals.

• Set and uphold performance standards for suppliers while conducting regular evaluations.

• Partner with suppliers to enhance quality, reliability, capabilities, and overall performance.

• Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and cost-saving initiatives within supplier processes and products.

• Develop and sustain strategic relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.

• Identify resources necessary for building supplier capabilities.

• Evaluate and address supplier-related risks, including potential disruptions, quality concerns, and compliance issues.

• Lead heat exchanger pack projects from inception to completion.

• Drive engineering projects and modifications that support final products.

• Monitor issues in Jira, escalate challenges, and facilitate solutions for shortages and manufacturing problems.

• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.

• Oversee project progress and ensure deadlines are met.

• Identify and mitigate potential project risks.

• Ensure adherence to industry standards and customer specifications.

• Offer technical guidance and support to team members.

• Interpret and analyze engineering drawings and address inquiries regarding drawing changes.

• Report directly to the Senior Director of Supplier Development Engineering.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in supplier development, engineering, or a related leadership position.

• Strong proficiency in budget management and financial acumen.

• Comprehensive understanding of supplier development strategies, supplier relationship management, and quality control.

• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering or a related discipline.

• Ability to drive change and influence key stakeholders.

• Proven history of achieving results.

• Familiarity with industry best practices and emerging trends in supplier development.

• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations pertaining to aerospace.

• Strong working knowledge of Jira, Teamcenter, and SAP.

• Experience with the customer submittal process for Airbus and Boeing.

• Understanding of internal and external change processes.

• General knowledge of packs and components completed in Torrance.

• Basic understanding of heat exchangers and valves.

• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

• Proficient in reading and analyzing engineering drawings and addressing questions related to drawing modifications.

• Must be a U.S. person: U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

• Must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States.

• Applicants must not require current work visa sponsorship.

🏝️ Benefits

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• Coverage for short-term and long-term disability.

• 401(k) matching program.

• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.

• Employee assistance program.

• Educational assistance programs.

• Parental leave benefits.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Paid time off for vacation, personal, and sick leave.

• Option for a remote work schedule.

• No relocation package offered.