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Mechanical Procurement Engineer Senior Principal

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United States

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8 hours ago

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Mechanical Procurement Engineer Senior Principal

SAIC

Role Description We are seeking a highly experienced and technically skilled Mechanical Procurement Engineer Sr. Principal to join our team. In this senior-level role, you will serve as a critical bridge between our engineering programs and supply chain organization, applying deep technical expertise in mechanical systems to drive strategic procurement decisions in support of build-to-print and prototype mechanical assemblies for the Department of Defense (DoD). This is a high-impact, highly autonomous role that requires exceptional technical judgment, strategic thinking, and the ability to solve complex procurement and engineering challenges with innovative solutions. What You Will Do: - Technical Procurement & Engineering Support - Apply advanced knowledge of mechanical systems design and analysis to support sourcing decisions, SOW development, RFP preparation, and supplier proposal evaluations for build-to-print and prototype DoD assemblies. - Read and interpret technical drawings, GD&T, engineering notes, and Technical Data Packages (TDPs) to ensure supplier understanding and compliance with program requirements. - Manage and track engineering redlines and drawing updates, ensuring changes are accurately captured, reviewed, and dispositioned in a timely manner. - Maintain and manage PLM system data (Aras, Windchill) including drawing releases, revision control, and engineering change management to ensure procurement activities are always aligned with the latest approved technical baseline. - Process Development, Measurement & Auditing - Lead the creation and documentation of procurement engineering processes and work instructions to standardize supplier sourcing, evaluation, and management activities. - Establish KPIs and performance metrics to measure process effectiveness and drive continuous improvement. - Conduct regular process audits to ensure compliance, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions. - Supplier Management, Quality & Risk Mitigation - Monitor supplier performance and actively support supplier quality activities including audits, corrective actions, and first article inspections. - Identify and mitigate supplier risks, ensuring suppliers meet quality management requirements including AS9100 and ISO 9001. - Collaborate with Supplier Quality Engineers to resolve non-conformances and drive improvement at the supplier level. - Travel to supplier facilities to conduct vendor evaluations, audit manufacturing processes, and perform capacity and capability assessments to ensure suppliers can meet program requirements for DoD build-to-print and prototype manufacturing. - Purchase Order Management & Logistics Coordination - Partner with Procurement Buyers/SCAs to provide technical oversight across the purchase order lifecycle, ensuring POs accurately reflect technical requirements and are executed in alignment with program standards, schedule, and budget objectives. - Serve as a technical liaison between engineering, procurement, and logistics teams, monitoring material flow and proactively engaging to resolve technical, schedule, or delivery challenges before they impact program milestones. - Utilize ERP systems (Costpoint preferred) to manage procurement transactions, track open orders, monitor budgets, and maintain accurate program data. - Negotiation & Cost Analysis - Support Procurement Buyers/SCAs in supplier negotiations and source selection, leveraging technical knowledge to challenge cost positions and establish price objectives. - Analyze pricing trends, manufacturing processes, and supplier operations to identify cost reduction opportunities and optimize material acquisitions in support of DoD program budgets and schedules. - Strategic Planning & Leadership - Participate with senior managers in developing strategic plans and objectives for the procurement engineering function. - Influence without organizational authority to build consensus and drive alignment across engineering, procurement, supply chain, and quality teams. - Serve as an organizational spokesperson on advanced technical and procurement matters. - Program Execution & Administration - Apply exceptional attention to detail in reviewing technical documents, contracts, SOWs, and procurement records to ensure accuracy and completeness. - Self-initiate assignments and make independent decisions to ensure effective achievement of program and organizational objectives. Qualifications - Is a technically strong mechanical engineer with hands-on experience supporting build-to-print and prototype manufacturing programs for the DoD. - Can read and interpret complex TDPs, manage drawing redlines and revisions, and ensure the technical baseline is accurately reflected in procurement and PLM systems. - Builds processes, measures their effectiveness, and holds the organization accountable through structured audits and data-driven metrics. - Earns trust and drives results across engineering, supply chain, logistics, and quality teams without relying on formal authority. - Is detail-oriented, self-directed, and comfortable traveling to supplier facilities to evaluate manufacturing capabilities firsthand. Benefits - Work on high-impact DoD programs involving build-to-print and prototype mechanical assemblies that challenge and grow your technical and procurement expertise. - Collaborate with a team of talented engineers, procurement professionals, and senior leaders. - Enjoy a highly autonomous work environment where your expertise and judgment are trusted and valued. - Competitive compensation package including salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits. - Opportunities for continued professional development and career advancement. - Contribute to programs that support our national defense and make a meaningful difference.

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