Category Supply Manager - Electrical; CCAs and Harnesses
Job in
Melbourne, Brevard County, Florida, 32919, USA
Listed on 2026-06-05
Listing for:
Leonardo DRS, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-05
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
** Job *
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* Location:
Melbourne FL or Dallas TX area*
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* Schedule:
9/80 hybrid*
* The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.
_Employing the world's brightest. Supporting the world's bravest._
** Job Summary*
* The Supply Chain Manager - Electrical (CCAs and Harnesses) is an individual contributor responsible for supporting and executing category strategy and supplier performance for electrical commodities, including circuit card assemblies (CCAs/PCBAs) and wire harness/cable assemblies. This role drives predictable delivery, quality, cost performance, and supply continuity across the product lifecycle from proposal and NPI through production and sustainment.
** Job Responsibilities*
* - Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for assigned electrical commodities (CCAs/PCBAs, wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and related services).
- Develop and maintain forecasts/requirements for the category; translate demand into sourcing and capacity actions.
- Develop subcontract/commodity strategies aligned to Supply Chain strategy, including preferred supplier roadmaps.
- Lead strategic supplier development and long-term agreements (e.g., SPA, BOA, LTA) consistent with category objectives.
- Own supplier performance across Quality, Delivery, Cost; drive corrective actions and measurable recovery plans with clear owners and due dates.
- Lead cross-functional coordination with Engineering, Quality, Program Management, Manufacturing, and Planning to support NPI through production and sustainment.
- Support make-versus-buy inputs for new or existing components/assemblies and support sourcing transitions when required.
- Develop and execute supplier transition plans, including qualification approach, readiness, and cutover planning.
- Monitor cost performance (target vs. proposal vs. actual) and drive cost reduction initiatives (VA/VE, should-cost inputs, market benchmarking).
- Coordinate supplier assessments and approvals with Engineering and Quality; support ongoing supplier capability reviews.
- Ensure accuracy of sourcing-related master data (lead times, MOQ/lot size, sourcing attributes) and communicate changes that impact cost or production cycles.
- Expedite or elevate critical constraints as required while driving systemic actions to prevent recurrence.
** Qualifications*
* Required Technical Capabilities - Electrical (CCAs and Harnesses)
CCAs / Electronics Manufacturing
- Working knowledge of PCBA/CCA manufacturing and test flow (SMT/THT, reflow/selective solder, AOI, X-ray, functional test, rework/repair controls).
- Ability to evaluate EMS supplier capacity/capability, NPI readiness, yield, and test coverage/strategy.
- Familiarity with electronics quality controls (ESD programs, traceability/lot control, counterfeit avoidance practices; IPC/J-STD awareness preferred).
- Understanding of electronics lifecycle risks (component obsolescence, lead time volatility, alternates/AVL strategy, PCN management).
- Ability to discuss major cost drivers (board complexity, placement density, test strategy, material constraints).
Harnesses / Cable Assemblies
- Working knowledge of harness/cable assembly manufacturing processes (cut/strip/crimp, soldering where applicable, overmold/strain relief, shielding/EMI considerations).
- Ability to evaluate supplier test/inspection capability (continuity, hipot, pull testing, workmanship controls, inspection documentation).
- Understanding of common harness risks and constraints (labor capacity, change control, material availability for wire/contacts/connectors, long lead sub-tier impacts).
- Familiarity with harness workmanship expectations and standards (IPC/WHMA-A-620 awareness preferred).
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 7 years of…
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