Supplier Program Manager

Position Overview

At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self‑motivated Supplier Program Manager to help us create the future of flight.

This position is on site at Manassas, VA but requires a high level of business travel. The role is not a people manager; it serves as the primary point of contact for suppliers. Key responsibilities include overseeing and managing strategies, performance, and development of large‑scale products and services; managing technical, business, product delivery, quality, and in‑service aspects of supplier/subcontractor relationships; establishing operating plans to monitor performance;

identifying and managing all aspects of supplier statements of work, RAA, contractual commitments, and performance to support procurement strategies; providing technical and business guidance to integrate strategic supply chain activities; leading stakeholder relationships and performance throughout all contract phases; conducting and guiding supplier assessments; developing current and projected work statements; leading and establishing the basis for recovery, corrective, and preventative action plans;

communicating supplier and organization performance plans, risks, issues, and opportunities to stakeholders; and developing and executing work movement plans.

• Education and experience typically acquired through advanced technical education (e.g., Bachelor) and 14 or more years of related work experience, or equivalent combinations (e.g., PhD + 9 years, Master + 12 years, 18 years, etc.).
• Able to multi‑task on various projects while maintaining data accuracy.
• Highly flexible and able to adjust to rapidly changing priorities.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Basic math computations.
• Read specifications and blueprints.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access).
• Must be a US Person.
• No security clearance is required, but must possess the ability to obtain a clearance if needed.

• Basic knowledge of standard engineering concepts, practices, and procedures within an aerospace environment.

• Must be able to travel to various domestic third‑party and/or Boeing/Aurora sites (25‑30%).

• Minimum Range: $ – $
• Maximum Range: $ – $

Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. Our mission is to apply autonomy and robotics to the development, production, and operation of advanced aircraft. Over the last three decades, Aurora has designed, rapid‑prototyped, and flown an average of one new vehicle a year for both government and commercial customers.

Now, as an independent subsidiary of Boeing, Aurora’s innovation is combined with Boeing’s size and strength, creating an unprecedented opportunity to shape the future of aerospace systems.

Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

At Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Aurora Flight Sciences provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire. Please note that the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.