This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Technical Program Manager, Supply Chain based in the United States.
This is a unique opportunity to play a critical role in the execution of advanced hardware programs supporting cutting-edge aerospace and defense technologies. Working at the intersection of engineering, supply chain, and program management, you will ensure supplier performance, material readiness, and commercial execution remain aligned with ambitious development timelines. The role requires close collaboration with technical teams, operations, and external suppliers to drive complex procurement activities while mitigating commercial and delivery risks. You'll thrive in a fast-paced, engineering-driven environment where ownership, sound judgment, and adaptability are highly valued. If you're passionate about solving supply chain challenges in high-tech industries and enjoy building scalable supplier operations, this role offers exceptional impact and growth potential
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Technical Program Manager, Supply Chain based in the United States.
This is a unique opportunity to play a critical role in the execution of advanced hardware programs supporting cutting-edge aerospace and defense technologies. Working at the intersection of engineering, supply chain, and program management, you will ensure supplier performance, material readiness, and commercial execution remain aligned with ambitious development timelines. The role requires close collaboration with technical teams, operations, and external suppliers to drive complex procurement activities while mitigating commercial and delivery risks. You'll thrive in a fast-paced, engineering-driven environment where ownership, sound judgment, and adaptability are highly valued. If you're passionate about solving supply chain challenges in high-tech industries and enjoy building scalable supplier operations, this role offers exceptional impact and growth potential
Accountabilities:
- Manage supplier-facing execution for technical hardware programs, including RFQs, purchase orders, supplier communications, delivery tracking, and issue resolution.
- Translate engineering and program requirements into clear supplier actions while ensuring material availability and schedule adherence.
- Negotiate commercial agreements and supplier terms, including payment schedules, delivery commitments, warranties, cancellation clauses, intellectual property protections, and risk allocation.
- Review supplier proposals, quotations, and contractual terms to proactively identify commercial and operational risks.
- Collaborate closely with engineering and program leadership to align procurement activities with technical priorities and project milestones.
- Monitor supplier performance, lead times, open purchase orders, and delivery commitments while driving timely escalations when necessary.
- Support procurement within government and export-controlled environments by ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and supplier requirements.
- Contribute to the development of scalable supplier management processes that balance speed, quality, compliance, and operational efficiency.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a closely related discipline.
- Experience in procurement, supplier management, contracts, supply chain, or commercial program execution within aerospace, defense, robotics, manufacturing, or other hardware-focused industries.
- Previous experience in a fast-growing startup or similarly dynamic environment with evolving processes and high levels of ownership.
- Knowledge of U.S. government contracting, defense programs, and export-controlled environments, including ITAR and EAR regulations.
- Demonstrated experience negotiating supplier contracts, commercial terms, purchase orders, delivery schedules, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Strong ability to collaborate with engineering teams and translate technical program requirements into supplier execution plans.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
- U.S. citizenship is required, with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance if needed.
- Experience with FAR, DFARS, government contract flow-downs, prototype procurement, or technical hardware sourcing is considered a strong advantage.
- Competitive base salary ranging from $110,000 to $145,000 USD, based on experience and qualifications.
- Eligibility for equity compensation.
- Platinum medical plan with 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and 90% coverage for eligible dependents.
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to 3.5% company matching, including Traditional and Roth options.
- Relocation assistance for qualifying candidates.
- 12 paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid sick leave.
- Complimentary snacks, beverages, and regular team events.
- Opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking aerospace and defense programs in a collaborative engineering environment.