About the job
Join the forefront of the new space race! At True Anomaly, we are on the lookout for talented and ambitious individuals ready to develop innovative technologies that tackle the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges in space security and sustainability.
OUR MISSION
The peaceful use of space is vital for the prosperity of life on Earth—from communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly harnesses cutting-edge technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and artificial intelligence, enhancing the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We are dedicated to safeguarding global security by ensuring safe access to space and promoting sustainability for all.
OUR VALUES
- Be the offset. We innovate with creativity and ingenuity, creating asymmetric advantages.
- What would it take? We challenge assumptions and strive for ambitious outcomes.
- It’s the people. Our team is our competitive edge, and we achieve greatness together.
YOUR MISSION
As a Supplier Development Engineer at True Anomaly, you will be instrumental in cultivating and maintaining a world-class supplier network capable of delivering flight-quality hardware for orbital missions. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Supply Chain, you will be responsible for identifying, qualifying, and continuously improving suppliers across various technical domains to ensure compliance with True Anomaly's stringent quality, cost, and schedule standards. This role is perfect for a technically adept engineer who excels at the nexus of engineering and supply chain management, adept at bridging internal engineering teams and external supplier networks while championing lean principles and scalable, resilient processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Overseeing the supplier development lifecycle, with a focus on qualification, performance management, and continuous improvement across key commodity areas such as Propulsion, Structures, Power Systems, and Avionics.
- Conducting supplier qualification processes, including technical audits, capability assessments, and first article inspections (FAI) to validate supplier compliance with program requirements.
- Leading lean implementation initiatives at supplier sites, utilizing value stream mapping, waste reduction strategies, and kaizen events to enhance quality, flow, and delivery performance.
- Assisting in the resolution of supplier-related technical and quality issues, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.