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About the Role

Serve as a critical bridge between engineering programs and the supply chain organization, applying deep technical expertise in mechanical systems to drive strategic procurement decisions for build-to-print and prototype mechanical assemblies for the Department of Defense (DoD). This is a high-impact, highly autonomous role requiring exceptional technical judgment, strategic thinking, and innovative problem-solving for complex procurement and engineering challenges.

Responsibilities

Apply advanced knowledge of mechanical systems design and analysis to support sourcing decisions, SOW development, RFP preparation, and supplier proposal evaluations for build-to-print and prototype DoD assemblies.
Read and interpret technical drawings, GD&T, engineering notes, and Technical Data Packages (TDPs) to ensure supplier understanding and compliance with program requirements.
Manage and track engineering redlines and drawing updates, ensuring changes are accurately captured, reviewed, and dispositioned in a timely manner.
Maintain and manage PLM system data (Aras, Windchill) including drawing releases, revision control, and engineering change management.
Lead the creation and documentation of procurement engineering processes and work instructions to standardize supplier sourcing, evaluation, and management activities.
Establish KPIs and performance metrics to measure process effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
Conduct regular process audits to ensure compliance, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions.
Monitor supplier performance and actively support supplier quality activities including audits, corrective actions, and first article inspections.
Identify and mitigate supplier risks, ensuring suppliers meet quality management requirements including AS9100 and ISO 9001.
Collaborate with Supplier Quality Engineers to resolve non-conformances and drive improvement at the supplier level.
Travel to supplier facilities to conduct vendor evaluations, audit manufacturing processes, and perform capacity and capability assessments.
Partner with Procurement Buyers/SCAs to provide technical oversight across the purchase order lifecycle, ensuring POs accurately reflect technical requirements and are executed in alignment with program standards, schedule, and budget objectives.
Serve as a technical liaison between engineering, procurement, and logistics teams, monitoring material flow and proactively engaging to resolve technical, schedule, or delivery challenges.
Utilize ERP systems (Costpoint preferred) to manage procurement transactions, track open orders, monitor budgets, and maintain accurate program data.
Support Procurement Buyers/SCAs in supplier negotiations and source selection, leveraging technical knowledge to challenge cost positions and establish price objectives.
Analyze pricing trends, manufacturing processes, and supplier operations to identify cost reduction opportunities and optimize material acquisitions.
Participate with senior managers in developing strategic plans and objectives for the procurement engineering function.
Influence without organizational authority to build consensus and drive alignment across engineering, procurement, supply chain, and quality teams.
Serve as an organizational spokesperson on advanced technical and procurement matters.
Apply exceptional attention to detail in reviewing technical documents, contracts, SOWs, and procurement records.
Self-initiate assignments and make independent decisions to ensure effective achievement of program and organizational objectives.

Requirements

Technically strong mechanical engineer with hands-on experience supporting build-to-print and prototype manufacturing programs for the DoD.
Understand how engineering decisions directly drive procurement outcomes and supplier performance.
Ability to read and interpret complex TDPs, manage drawing redlines and revisions, and ensure the technical baseline is accurately reflected in procurement and PLM systems.
Experience building processes, measuring their effectiveness, and holding the organization accountable through structured audits and data-driven metrics.
Ability to earn trust and drive results across engineering, supply chain, logistics, and quality teams without relying on formal authority.
Detail-oriented, self-directed, and comfortable traveling to supplier facilities to evaluate manufacturing capabilities firsthand.

Skills

Mechanical Systems Design
Mechanical Systems Analysis
Sourcing
Statement of Work (SOW) Development
Request for Proposal (RFP) Preparation
Supplier Proposal Evaluation
Technical Drawings Interpretation
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Technical Data Package (TDP) Interpretation
Engineering Redline Management
Drawing Revision Management
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Systems (Aras, Windchill)
Process Development
Work Instruction Documentation
Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Establishment
Performance Metrics Measurement
Process Auditing
Supplier Performance Monitoring
Supplier Quality Activities
First Article Inspection
Risk Mitigation
Quality Management Systems (AS9100, ISO 9001)
Non-conformance Resolution
Vendor Evaluation
Manufacturing Process Auditing
Capacity Assessment
Capability Assessment
Purchase Order Management
Logistics Coordination
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems (Costpoint preferred)
Procurement Transaction Management
Budget Monitoring
Cost Analysis
Negotiation Support
Strategic Planning
Cross-functional Team Leadership
Technical Documentation Review
Contract Review

Location

Reston, Virginia

Work Type

Full-time
Onsite

Experience Level

Senior-level
Principal

Benefits

Competitive compensation package
Salary
Bonus
Comprehensive benefits
Opportunities for continued professional development
Career advancement

About the Company

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world.
Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services.
We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities.
SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion.
For more information, visit saic.com.
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Equal Opportunity

SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.