Capital Equipment Program Office Engineer

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Capital Equipment Program Office Engineer is responsible for defining manufacturing and inspection requirements essential for producing aerospace parts and equipment. This individual will assess capital equipment options to determine their ability to meet production requirements, initiate the capital equipment procurement process, and support various functional groups involved in the process from specification creation to product invoicing.
Key Responsibilities:

• Define manufacturing and inspection requirements for aerospace parts and equipment.
• Evaluate capital equipment options to ensure alignment with production requirements.
• Initiate and manage the capital equipment procurement process.
• Develop and maintain procurement schedules, ensuring timely acquisition and integration of equipment.
• Collaborate with sourcing and procurement teams to evaluate vendor capabilities and select optimal suppliers.
• Assist in the creation of specifications for new capital equipment purchases.
• Work with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure purchased equipment meets all operational and compliance standards.
• Oversee capital equipment lifecycle from specification development through receipt, installation, and invoicing.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards and ITAR regulations.
• Provide technical support and guidance throughout the procurement and implementation process.

Mandatory Skills & Qualifications:

• Capital Equipment Procurement: Experience in managing capital equipment acquisition processes, including vendor selection and specification development.
• Scheduling: Ability to develop and maintain project schedules to ensure timely procurement and integration.
• Sourcing and Procurement: Strong knowledge of supplier evaluation, contract negotiations, and procurement best practices.
• Aerospace Industry Experience: Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing and inspection requirements.
• Manufacturing Expertise: Understanding of production processes, quality control, and regulatory requirements in an aerospace environment.
• US Citizenship: Required due to ITAR restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, quality, and finance.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and process improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of automated manufacturing and inspection systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and project management abilities.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of capital equipment solutions that enhance aerospace manufacturing capabilities. If you are a driven professional with a strong background in capital equipment procurement and manufacturing, we encourage you to apply.