Obsolescence Surveillance Engineer

CPI • Sterling Heights, MI

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About The Position

Support lifecycle sustainment activities for Abrams and Stryker combat vehicle programs by identifying, analyzing, and mitigating component obsolescence risks across complex military vehicle systems. Work with Engineering, Supply Chain, Configuration Management, and Program teams to address obsolescence issues before they affect production or field support. The role includes surveillance and analysis of Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Indented Parts Lists (IPLs), lifecycle risk assessment, replacement-part research, DMSMS mitigation, database maintenance, reporting, and coordination with engineering and program stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• At least 2 years of experience in engineering, sustainment, lifecycle management, supply chain engineering, or obsolescence management.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and other standard business tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with obsolescence management, DMSMS, lifecycle forecasting, or sustainment engineering.
• Experience using lifecycle management platforms such as SiliconExpert, Z2Data, PCN Intelligence, or BOM Intelligence.
• Experience with Teamcenter or other Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
• Familiarity with military vehicle systems, weapon systems, or defense industry products.
• Knowledge of configuration management processes and Technical Data Packages (TDPs).
• Experience analyzing electronic and mechanical components and supply chain risks.
• Familiarity with U.S. Department of Defense acquisition and sustainment practices.
• Ability to analyze large datasets and complex BOM structures.
• A proactive approach to identifying risks and communicating technical information to technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Perform obsolescence surveillance and analysis on BOMs and IPLs for Abrams and Stryker vehicle configurations.
• Identify obsolete, discontinued, end-of-life, and at-risk components using obsolescence management tools and industry databases.
• Perform Year-to-End-of-Life (YTEOL) predictions and lifecycle risk assessments.
• Research and recommend replacement components, alternate sources, and form-fit-function substitutes.
• Analyze Product Change Notifications (PCNs), EOL notices, and manufacturer lifecycle announcements.
• Prepare obsolescence summary reports, health status reports, risk assessments, and program metrics.
• Support DMSMS mitigation efforts.
• Process and maintain BOMs within obsolescence surveillance tools and databases.
• Conduct manual research for components not identified by commercial obsolescence tools.
• Coordinate with design engineering teams to evaluate replacement-part impacts and implementation strategies.
• Collaborate with Configuration Management and Product Data Management teams to improve BOM accuracy and data integrity.
• Present findings and recommendations to program management, engineering teams, and customer representatives.

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