Global Sourcing Specialist - Systems, Procurement

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with global aircraft systems suppliers
• Track emerging technologies and manufacturing capabilities relevant to aircraft systems (advanced avionics, fly by wire components, sensors, etc.)
• Define operational strategy and process for New Product Introductions. Partner with stakeholders to ensure supplier capability aligns with applicable airworthiness requirements.
• Participate in the generation of Statements of Work (SoW)

Develop Request for Proposal (RFP) packages

• Drive milestones to ensure projected timelines are held and drive course correction actions
• Develop solutions and strategies for improving delivery lead-times on parts and materials

Preferred

• Cost modeling and TCO analysis experience

Minimum Qualifications

Working knowledge of applicable manufacturing techniques

Experience working with medium and large aerospace OEMs

• Experience with design-build partnerships and associated agreement types
• Comfortable with frequent change of direction, dynamic work environment, and passion to perform under pressure
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Materials Science, or related field
• 5+ years direct experience working with Aircraft Systems parts or managing suppliers providing these parts

Supplier audit experience

Understanding of aerospace quality requirements (AS9100, traceability, FAA certification requirements)

Experience developing and executing category sourcing strategies

Strong ability to perform both as a part of a team and to perform as an individual

Above and Beyond Qualifications

Knowledge of inspection methods and technologies

• Experience working with international suppliers, including familiarity with ITAR/EAR export control considerations
• Advanced degree in related field

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

This role is based at BETA's South Burlington, VT facility. Up to 40% travel may be required depending on program phase and supplier engagement needs.

The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process.

Compensation

$100,000

$120,000 USD

Build electric airplanes with us!

BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You’ll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes—flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.

We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.