Supplier Manufacturing Engineer

Supplier Manufacturing EngineerSystem One is seeking a Supplier Manufacturing Engineer to support critical suppliers by driving manufacturing execution, quality, and delivery performance across a regulated environment. Expect up to ~50% travel for on-site supplier evaluations, capacity assessments, process audits, and first-article/readiness reviews. You'll act as the primary manufacturing engineering liaison to suppliers—leading root cause/corrective actions, coordinating inspection/audit readiness, and partnering closely with engineering, quality, sourcing, and program teams. Success in this role means being highly hands-on, proactive, and comfortable influencing supplier outcomes through clear communication, documentation, and disciplined follow-through.ResponsibilitiesSupport purchasing initiatives by identifying and developing critical suppliersServe as primary manufacturing engineering liaison to suppliers, ensuring consistent production executionEvaluate supplier processes and implement corrective and preventive actionsBuild strong supplier relationships to improve communication, yield, and throughputLead technical reviews including PFMEA, control plans, process audits, and first article readinessConduct supplier capacity assessments and on-site evaluationsLead root cause analysis and corrective action for manufacturing nonconformancesCoordinate supplier readiness for inspections, audits, and regulatory/customer visitsSupport nonconformance dispositioning and resolution activitiesCollaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, sourcing, and program teamsShare best practices across internal and supplier organizationsTravel up to 50% (domestic and/or international)RequirementsBachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent manufacturing leadership experienceMinimum of 5 years in a manufacturing environment with experience in one or more of the following: MachiningFabrication / WeldingTestingWinding or Assembly processesExperience working directly with suppliers (on-site preferred)Experience in regulated industries (nuclear, defense, aerospace, or energy)Strong understanding of quality systems (e.g., 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, ASME NQA-1, ISO 9001)Ability to read and interpret blueprints, including GD&T (ASME Y14.5)Experience with procedures, work instructions, and design documentationStrong problem-solving skills related to manufacturing tolerances and deviationsExcellent communication, organization, and presentation skillsPreferred QualificationsLean Certification (Green Belt or Black Belt)Experience evaluating design changes and manufacturing impactsFamiliarity with military or nuclear quality standardsAdditional RequirementsMust be a U.S. CitizenAbility to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance