Mach Industries
Global Supply Manager - Propulsion
Huntington Beach, CA
No sponsorshipDetected 35 days ago
NegotiationForecastingOperations ManagementSupply ChainProcurementERPPerformance ManagementRoboticsDemand Planning
About the role
- The ideal candidate will bring strong mechanical and advanced manufacturing supply chain experience, along with familiarity supporting propulsion and energetics hardware development.
Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end supply chain strategy and execution for propulsion systems supporting Mach platforms, including solid rocket motor systems, propellant manufacturing, propulsion structures, thermal protection hardware, ignition systems, and associated qualification and test hardware.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive Propulsion Supply Chain Strategy, managing a specialized vendor base to optimize value, technical capability, production readiness, and long-term partnerships.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, Test, and Procurement to ensure timely sourcing, qualification, integration, and delivery of energetics systems aligned with program milestones and flight or ground test campaigns.
- Become technically fluent in the propulsion manufacturing processes, including propulsion system manufacturing, high-temperature materials and processes, propellant-related manufacturing, and qualification testing activities to support design-for-supply-chain and industrialization initiatives.
- Own initial demand planning and forecasting for propulsion systems and associated hardware across development, qualification, low-rate initial production (LRIP), and ramping production phases.
- Conduct comprehensive supply chain assessments to support material readiness through all production phases, including development, qualification, ramp-up, and sustainment.
- Develop sourcing strategies to mitigate risk, reduce cost, and improve resilience for long-lead, specialized, and single-source energetics systems, propulsion hardware, and critical materials.
- Drive supplier accountability for performance, including quality, cost, technical execution, and on-time delivery
- manage open orders, resolve supply issues, and triage supplier non-conformances (NCRs).
- Support supplier manufacturing readiness reviews, qualification planning, process capability assessments, and production ramp strategies for energetics systems and propulsion hardware.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain/Operations Management, Business, or equivalent. (10+ years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.)
- Proven experience in supplier management, sourcing strategy, and contract negotiation
- Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and demand planning processes
Nice to have
- Experience in supply chain management for unmanned systems, robotics, or aerospace applications.
- Deep expertise in energetics (munitions/missile/ordnance/payload).
- Hands-on experience with supplier qualification and performance management in a defense or high-reliability environment.
- Advanced knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as ITAR, EAR, and NDAA, with a track record of ensuring compliance.
- Proficiency in advanced supply chain analytics and optimization tools.
- Experience supporting rapid production ramps and scalable manufacturing operations.
- This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
- Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.
Compensation
- The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only.
Benefits
- Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security.
- Monitor and report on supply chain health using KPIs, and implement supplier performance improvement programs.
Company info
- At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies.
- We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.
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