Supplier Development Engineer II

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The future of aerospace and defense starts here.

Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.

Ursa’s Supply Chain team moves fast and adapts extremely quickly to change. As a Supplier Development Engineer you will play a critical in developing our long-term sourcing strategy through analysis of current, potential, and future suppliers / strategic partners. Your primary focus will be to ensure that our current supply base meets the production and development needs of the company. A high sense of ownership managing relationships between suppliers, supply chain, engineering, manufacturing, and other departments of Ursa is one of the many great responsibilities this role will carry.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the engineering and product teams to understand current, and future supplier needs and establish a supply base to meet these needs
• Develop, implement, and maintain a supplier onboarding plan, including setting requirements and standards for qualifying suppliers based on supplier type
• Visit and host suppliers and potential suppliers to develop and strengthen relationships, assess capabilities, and remedy any quality concerns
• Maintain and continuously improve an AS9100 compliant supplier approval process
• Evaluate supplier performance through supplier scorecards
• Issue and review supplier corrective action requests and introduce performance improvement plans to suppliers as necessary
• Regularly report across the company on supplier stability and manage risks accordingly to achieve Ursa’s product goals (to all levels of the organization)
• Assist in development of Ursa’s long-term sourcing strategy through detailed analyses of supplier capability, capacity, and hunger for growth

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science field
• 2-4 years of applicable experience
• Ability to travel 25-50% of the time
• Experience in aerospace supplier management and/or engineering
• Thorough understanding of and experience with AS9100 requirements
• Understanding of engineering models and drawings (basic GD&T knowledge)

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in additive manufacturing (3D printing)
• Understanding of supplier onboarding requirements and processes
• Strong project management skills, and ability to drive key timelines with stakeholders internally and externally
• Lean manufacturing acumen (e.g. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt)
• Root cause analysis and/or corrective & preventative action training / experience
• Strong relationship development / building skills

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $95,000- $115,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we are evaluating individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly, we are excited to meet you, and see if you are a great fit for our team. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.

Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)

• Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
• Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
• Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
• Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
• EAP Program
• Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match
• Equity Grants in the Company

How To Apply:

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.

NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.

US CITIZENSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED.

Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

We’re an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

No outside recruiters, please.