Supplier Development Engineering Manager
About The Position
A new space race has begun. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability. OUR MISSION The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earth—from communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all. OUR VALUES Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together YOUR MISSION As a Supplier Development Engineering Manager at True Anomaly, you will play a critical leadership role in building and sustaining a world-class supplier base capable of delivering flight-quality hardware to orbit. Reporting to the Sr Director of Supply Chain, you will lead the identification, qualification, and continuous improvement of suppliers across key technical domains, ensuring they meet True Anomaly's rigorous standards for quality, cost, and schedule. This role demands a technically minded leader who thrives at the intersection of engineering and supply chain — someone who can bridge the gap between our internal engineering teams and our supplier network, and who is passionate about building scalable, resilient processes from the ground up.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- 8+ years of experience in supplier development, manufacturing engineering, or supply chain engineering
- Aerospace and/or Defense industry experience
- Strong technical fluency in one or more of the following domains: Propulsion, Structures, Power Systems, or Avionics
- Experience leading supplier audits, qualification programs, and corrective action processes
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications
- Excellent communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems
- Familiarity with AS9100, ITAR, and other aerospace quality and regulatory frameworks
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including Excel, and data-driven supplier performance tools
- Willingness to travel to supplier sites as needed (estimated 30–50%)
Nice To Haves
- Space-technology supply chain or hardware development experience
- Experience scaling supplier development functions in a high-growth startup or new space environment
- Experience with advanced manufacturing processes (e.g., additive manufacturing, precision machining, composite fabrication)
Responsibilities
- Leading the supplier development lifecycle — focusing on qualification, performance management, and continuous improvement — across key commodity areas including Propulsion, Structures, Power Systems, and Avionics
- Establishing and driving supplier qualification processes, including technical audits, capability assessments, and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) to ensure suppliers meet program requirements
- Owning the development and execution of FAIR processes, ensuring suppliers are prepared and compliant across all applicable program requirements
- Conducting supplier quality audits and working closely with suppliers and internal design teams to identify and resolve non-conformances, with a clear goal of achieving zero defects
- Driving resolution of supplier-related technical and quality escapes, including root cause investigations and corrective action (RCCA) processes
- Partnering with suppliers on cost reduction and quality improvement projects, leveraging data-driven approaches to drive measurable outcomes
- Collaborating cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Program Management to ensure supplier readiness aligns with program milestones and flight schedules
- Developing and continuously improving supplier development processes, tools, and documentation in support of scaling the business
- Participating in special projects and extending past written role responsibilities as needed to support the team and organization
Benefits
- Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO, and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
