Supplier Development Engineer

Overview

A new space race has begun. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability.

Our mission:
The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earth—from communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all.

Our values:
Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity;
What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results;
It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

YOUR MISSION

As a Supplier Development Engineer at True Anomaly, you will play a vital role in building and sustaining a world-class supplier base capable of delivering flight-quality hardware to orbit. Reporting to the Sr Director of Supply Chain, you will support the identification, qualification, and continuous improvement of suppliers across key technical domains, ensuring they meet True Anomaly s rigorous standards for quality, cost, and schedule.

This role is ideal for a technically minded engineer who thrives at the intersection of engineering and supply chain — someone who can bridge the gap between our internal engineering teams and our supplier network, and who is passionate about driving lean principles and scalable, resilient processes from the ground up.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supporting and executing the supplier development lifecycle — focusing on qualification, performance management and continuous improvement — across key commodity areas including Propulsion, Structures, Power Systems, and Avionics
• Executing supplier qualification processes, including technical audits, capability assessments, and first article inspections (FAI) to ensure suppliers meet program requirements
• Leading and facilitating lean implementation initiatives at supplier sites, including value stream mapping, waste reduction efforts, and kaizen events to improve quality, flow, and delivery performance
• Supporting resolution of supplier-related technical and quality escapes, including root cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA) processes
• Identifying and escalating supply chain risks, including single-source dependencies, long lead items, and geopolitical or regulatory exposure
• Collaborating cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Program Management to ensure supplier readiness aligns with program milestones and flight schedules
• Contributing to the development and continuous improvement of supplier development processes, tools, and documentation in support of scaling the business
• Participating in special projects and extending past written role responsibilities as needed to support the team and organization

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 4–7 years of experience in supplier development, manufacturing engineering, or supply chain engineering
• Aerospace and/or Defense industry experience
• Hands-on experience implementing lean methodologies (e.g., value stream mapping, 5S, kaizen, kanban, standard work) at supplier or manufacturing sites
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications
• Experience supporting supplier audits, qualification programs, and corrective action processes
• Familiarity with AS9100, ITAR, and other aerospace quality and regulatory frameworks
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including Excel, and data-driven supplier performance tools
• Willingness to travel to supplier sites as needed (estimated 30–50%)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Space-technology supply chain or hardware development experience
• Lean or Six Sigma certification (e.g., Green Belt, Lean…