Description

About Us:

Middle River Aerostructure Systems is a world-leading manufacturer of thrust reversers (the braking system on a jet engine), engine nacelle components and specialized aerostructures. It supplies and supports these products for engine makers, airplane manufacturers and aircraft operators. Located on Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay near Baltimore, MRAS has a 1.7-million sq. ft. facility situated on 180 acres – where the company and its predecessors have designed, built and equipped civil and military aircraft for over 90 years. In 2019, MRAS was acquired by ST Engineering North America, the U.S. affiliate of Singapore-based ST Engineering – becoming a part of its global network of aerospace facilities and offices. With the ownership change, the company was renamed Middle River Aerostructure Systems.

Role Summary

ST Engineering – Middle River Aerostructure Systems, LLC is looking for a Sourcing Project Engineer to manage a series of dedicated activities within the Procurement organization. In this role you will manage specialized aspects of the procurement process and strategy which contain elements of both a technical and business nature. This position will report to a Senior Commodity Manager within the MRAS Procurement department.

Responsibilities 

• Support the Procurement organization for program(s) currently in design/development by maintaining material program plans, defining long lead material acquisition strategies, and ensuring on-time receipt of vendor contract data deliverables and/or Goods.
• Manage the entire life cycle of the supplier relationship as needed, which may include the following: bid list development, RFQ, bid analysis, down-select, negotiations, deal review preparation and presentation, contract award, bid process documentation, PO release, and fulfillment.
• Support preparation of bid lists for new RFQs through review of technical data packages and classification of technical work scope in relation to supply base capabilities.
• Provide support for new business capture and proposal activities.
• Evaluate capabilities of prospective new sources of supply to MRAS.
• Function as a configuration control board (CCB) procurement representative for production program(s).
• Provide procurement support for engineering redesign projects, ensuring timely completion of vendor work scope while maintaining business objectives of the project.
• Provide procurement support for non-conformance (NC) tag resolution, supplier corrective action requests (SCAR), and notice of escapes (NOE).
• Provide procurement support for vendor substantiated engineering (VSE) requirements definition, facilitation of process plan approvals, and approvals of processes.
• Communicate and coordinate activities as required with cross-functional groups including Planning, Engineering, Quality, Programs, Finance, Legal & Manufacturing.
• Assist in the continuous development of the Procurement function towards best practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business degree is preferred).

Desired Characteristics

• Knowledge in sourcing metallics, composites, and actuation system products for Aerospace applications.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Critical self-thinker and strong problem-solving skills & ability to operate independently.
• Willingness to travel.
• Strong Excel skills and other Microsoft Office tools.
• Familiar with ERP systems (SAP desired).
• Effective leadership skills.
• Aerospace industry experience.

MRAS is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value.

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