Supply Chain Manager - Software (Contract)

AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense•Merritt Island, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Supply Chain Manager will work closely with the Space Systems line of business at Airbus U.S. Space & Defense. The role manages suppliers, negotiates subcontracts, and oversees cost, quality, schedule, financial, and technical performance. It develops and maintains a supply chain that delivers goods and services in line with Airbus requirements and business objectives, and conducts procurement from sourcing through ordering in accordance with procurement procedures and guidelines. The position also provides procurement subject matter expertise, addresses supplier risks and development, reinforces contractual coverage, and establishes supplier scorecards and KPIs. The position is primarily onsite, with one day per week working from home, and requires 10% domestic and international travel. The successful candidate must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance. The role involves frequent communication with internal and external parties and coordination of subcontract schedules, deliverables, documentation, and project updates.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Engineering or Supply Chain.
Eight to ten years of procurement experience in the U.S. defense environment.
Eight to ten years of experience managing suppliers, including supplier evaluation and development of Requests for Proposals.
Experience leading complex contract negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors.
Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS.
Ability to organize, forecast, establish, implement, and execute goals.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and to present information and respond to questions from varied audiences.
Excellent analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication, and presentation skills.
Basic understanding of spacecraft software systems, including ground control software, telemetry, command, and data handling systems.
Top-level knowledge of integrating software with flight hardware and understanding integration challenges.
Familiarity with unit, integration, and system testing, including simulation and verification of satellite software behavior.
Ability to oversee subcontractor deliverables in line with project milestones and SDRLs.
Understanding of FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and applicable export-control regulations for defense and space contracts.
Experience soliciting, evaluating, and awarding subcontracts; managing work packages and SOWs; and conducting cost and price analysis of subcontractor proposals.
Ability to monitor subcontractor delivery, quality, and compliance, and resolve performance issues and delays.
Understanding of the aerospace and defense contracting lifecycle, including acquisition, proposal writing, and contract closeout.
Familiarity with DoD/aerospace software quality assurance, security, and certification requirements.
Negotiation and vendor-management skills, attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to identify and mitigate technical, schedule, and compliance risks.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including MS Project, Excel, and PowerPoint, and SAP.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance at the Secret level.
Ability to travel 10% domestically and internationally.
Ability to meet the described physical requirements, including carrying and lifting items up to 40 lbs.

Nice To Haves

MBA or other advanced degree.
At least five years of experience working on complex programs within the aerospace industry.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain an efficient supply chain capable of delivering goods and service work packages that meet Airbus requirements and business objectives.
Conduct procurement from sourcing through ordering in accordance with procurement procedures and guidelines, meeting internal customer needs.
Provide subject matter expertise on procurement strategies and tactics.
Identify supplier risks, propose mitigation actions, and help develop suppliers when needed.
Negotiate subcontracts and manage supplier cost, quality, schedule, financial, and technical performance.
Reinforce contractual coverage and define and implement supplier scorecards and KPIs.
Participate in weekly coordination meetings involving Airbus and subcontractors.
Maintain subcontract vendor artifacts in a dedicated SharePoint folder.
Coordinate with the Airbus IMS team to update schedules for subcontract-related tasks.
Follow up promptly on communications between Airbus and subcontractors, update the task tracker weekly, and review subcontractor daily trackers.
Update the weekly FSW IPT chart package with inputs from subcontract teams.
Coordinate document exchange through SFTS, ensuring appropriate export-control markings and CUI handling.
Meet weekly with project engineers to review upcoming deliverables and participate in management ad hoc meetings and DRB calls.
Review detailed subcontractor schedules weekly and ensure deliverables are received with agreement from both parties.