Supplier Technical Qualification Engineer – Lead

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. Lead and develop a team executing second-source supplier qualifications for Critical Munitions Acceleration programs .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesSenior💰 $157,200 - $298,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier qualification processes, technical project management, and cross-functional collaboration within regulated environments. Proficient in Earned Value Management and problem-solving methodologies such as RCCA and DFMA.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Supplier Qualification ManagementEarned Value ManagementTechnical CommunicationCross-Department LeadershipRCCA Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringSystems EngineeringTechnical OversightEngineering Drawings InterpretationManufacturing ReadinessRisk ManagementValidationDFMAProducibility ImprovementsAgile/SAFe Methodologies

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunicationDocumentation

Tools & Technologies

Command MediaTechnical Data PackagesProject Management SoftwareData Analysis Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Secret Security ClearanceScrum Master CertificationSPC CertificationPMP Certification

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseRegulated HardwareSupplier AuditsManufacturing Support

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop a team executing second-source supplier qualifications for Critical Munitions Acceleration programs
Standardize and maintain supplier qualification processes and documentation in Command Media
Support supplier technical capability assessments, manufacturing readiness, and compliance with technical data packages
Lead or support testing, technical reviews, and validation of new sources, including RCCA activities
Develop and manage qualification plans, schedules, risk registers, and EVM for onboarding and readiness
Collaborate across engineering disciplines and communicate technical status, risks, and recommendations to leadership
Travel approximately 35%–50% to supplier sites for on-site evaluations, audits, and readiness activities
Travel periodically to Tucson for program and workshop support

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
Minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience
Background in mechanical or systems engineering, hardware development, or component qualification
Management and leadership experience leading cross-department project teams or managing across multiple related departments
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test requirements
Experience leading technical projects and coordinating across functions
Experience working with suppliers or subcontractors on technical oversight, integration, or manufacturing support
Problem-solving skills, including RCCA, validation, DFMA, and producibility improvements
Experience managing schedules, risks, and deliverables in a fast-paced environment
Technical communication and documentation skills
Earned Value Management experience
U.S. citizenship required
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance
Active and existing DoD Secret security clearance required after day 1
Preferred: Master's degree in engineering or Materials Science
Preferred: Experience with second-source or supplier qualification
Preferred: EVMS experience or certification
Preferred: Background in aerospace, defense, or other regulated hardware environments
Preferred: Hands-on test experience, including planning and data analysis
Preferred: Agile/SAFe experience or relevant certifications (Scrum Master, SPC, PMP)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and 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
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available