Material Analyst

Austal Usa, LLC; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal USA, LLC in Mobile, AL is seeking a Program Engineer liaison to represent the Program Engineer in meetings with Purchasing and Production, and to monitor materials-related issues across ERP systems.

The role emphasizes MBOM accuracy, metric tracking, and process improvements within shipbuilding operations, requiring strong communication and ERP proficiency. Candidates should have DoD eligibility awareness and compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
• May substitute equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in developing/reviewing engineering bill of materials and integrating with ERP systems.
• Knowledge of raw material and equipment used in shipbuilding.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in PC skills, Microsoft Office Products, IFS ERP systems, BizFlow, ShipConstructor/AutoCAD and advanced skill in Excel.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without supervision.

Responsibilities

• Represent Program Engineer in daily/weekly meetings with Purchasing /Production to insure materials related issues are being addressed promptly.
• Track Metrics in MPE/RFM/IFS and report weekly to Program Engineers.
• Ensure consistency between engineering departments in scrubbing shortage reports/WPV/Requisitions.
• Insure MBOMs stay up-to-date in MPE.
• Run Weekly report to check against issued MBOMs.
• Identify process improvement opportunities.
• Ensure material requisitions are written to correct activity codes and correct in yard need dates to support program schedule.
• Assist Program Engineers with metrics development and tracking.

Skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Independent work

ERP knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

AutoCAD

ShipConstructor

IFS ERP

BizFlow

Microsoft Office

Job description

REPORTS TO

Program Engineer

SUPERVISES

N/A

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Represent Program Engineer in daily/weekly meetings with Purchasing /Production to insure materials related issues are being addressed promptly.
• Track Metrics in MPE/RFM/IFS and report weekly to Program Engineers.
• Ensure consistency between engineering departments in scrubbing shortage reports/WPV/Requisitions.
• Insure MBOMs stay up-to-date in MPE.
• Run Weekly report to check against issued MBOMs.
• Identify process improvement opportunities.
• Ensure material requisitions are written to correct activity codes and correct in yard need dates to support program schedule.
• Assist Program Engineers with metrics development and tracking.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelors' degree in related field preferred.
• May substitute equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in developing/reviewing engineering bill of materials and integrating with ERP systems.
• Knowledge of raw material and equipment used in shipbuilding.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in PC skills, Microsoft Office Products, IFS ERP systems, BizFlow, Shipconstructor/AutoCAD and advanced skill in Excel.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without supervision.

TOOLS

• Computer - Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, PDF Writer, ShipConstructor, IFSDIRECTION

DIRECTION EXERCISED

Will coordinate the work of Engineering Technical Assistants assigned to the Program.

DISCRETION EXERCISED

Work within the defined guidelines and make decisions as required to resolve engineering material issues.

LIAISES WITH

• Project Management
• CAD Integration
• Business Integration
• Engineers
• Designers
• Draftspersons
• Purchasing
• Logistics

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES

The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities.

Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:18 years of age or older at time of applicationAble to provide proof of US Person StatusNo felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition dateNo felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition dateWilling to submit to a drug screenWilling to submit to a background checkEqual Employment CommitmentAny qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.Austal shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Austal's commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.