Supplier Technical Qualification Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Lead and implement qualification projects for second-source and alternate-source in collaboration with Supply Chain, Engineering, and Quality teams.

• Assess the technical capabilities of suppliers, their manufacturing processes, and their preparedness to fulfill program requirements.

• Analyze technical data packages, drawings, specifications, and standards to ensure supplier alignment and compliance with configurations.

• Oversee or assist in testing components and systems for performance, reliability, and integration compatibility.

• Conduct technical reviews, observe critical process steps, and evaluate evidence of supplier validation.

• Guide or assist in structured root-cause and corrective-action (RCCA) processes with suppliers.

• Create and uphold qualification plans, timelines, and risk management registers.

• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, and testing engineering teams to confirm manufacturability and address technical challenges.

• Record findings and relay technical status, risks, and recommendations to program leadership.

• Participate in initiatives aimed at scaling production and unlocking capacity for readiness in ramping up production.

⛳️ Requirements

• A degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) is typically required, along with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.

• Proven experience in mechanical or systems engineering, hardware development, or component qualification.

• Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and testing requirements.

• Demonstrated experience in leading technical projects or engineering activities through cross-functional collaboration.

• Experience in working with suppliers or subcontractors, including oversight, product integration, or manufacturing support.

• Strong problem-solving abilities, including experience with RCCA, validation, or design-for-manufacture/assembly (DFMA) and producibility enhancements.

• Competence in managing schedules, risks, and deliverables within a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment.

• Excellent communication and documentation skills tailored for technical audiences.

• U.S. citizenship is required.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.

• An existing DoD Secret security clearance is required from day one.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Short-term disability

• Long-term disability

• 401(k) match

• Flexible spending accounts

• Flexible work schedules

• Employee assistance program

• Employee Scholar Program

• Parental leave

• Paid time off

• Holidays

• Opportunities for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available