Senior Obsolescence Management Project Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior Obsolescence Management Project Engineer to join an industry leading aerospace and defense organization located in Berkeley, MO
. The Senior Obsolescence Management Project Engineer will be responsible for leading Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) initiatives across legacy and next-generation aerospace and defense programs. This role will provide technical leadership for obsolescence forecasting, mitigation planning, alternate component evaluation, and project execution supporting aircraft, weapons systems, and advanced technologies.

• Lead obsolescence management and DMSMS initiatives supporting multiple aerospace and defense programs.
• Apply engineering expertise in electrical and electronic components to evaluate alternate replacements for obsolete parts.
• Conduct proactive obsolescence forecasting and monitoring utilizing predictive obsolescence tools, supplier surveys, component surveillance systems, and industry databases.
• Develop obsolescence mitigation strategies, business case analyses, and recommended resolution plans to support program objectives.
• Support the preparation of customer deliverables, program plans, status reports, and contractual documentation.
• Manage obsolescence mitigation activities within Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) while coordinating with engineering, supply chain, and program management stakeholders.
• Analyze aircraft and weapons system requirements to recommend new and alternate electrical components for both production and development programs.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate obsolescence risks impacting cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
• Provide technical leadership to multidisciplinary teams consisting of internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers.
• Support proposal development, cost estimation, resource planning, and execution strategies for new and existing programs.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline required.
• 10+ years of experience managing obsolescence management or DMSMS projects within aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or other highly regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of electronic components including resistors, capacitors, diodes, inductors, transformers, connectors, integrated circuits, and related technologies.
• Experience researching alternate electronic components utilizing datasheets, supplier documentation, and technical resources.
• Proven experience evaluating obsolete parts and developing alternate component recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and collaborate effectively within a cross-functional, hierarchical organization.
• Must have active Secret Security Clearance

Salary Range: $130,000 - $160,000

Comprehensive Benefits: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, and additional employee benefits