Supplier Development Project Engineer - Military Flight Controls Division

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive program

Competitive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation, based in Irvine, CA, seeks a Supplier Development Project Engineer to manage supplier work-transfer projects and mitigate supply-chain risk. The role supports deflation initiatives, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and drives improvements in supplier performance.

Ideal candidates have a technical engineering background with 6+ years in aerospace manufacturing, strong drawing interpretation skills, and the ability to travel to supplier sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in engineering; aerospace experience preferred.
• 6+ years of aerospace manufacturing experience with complex parts.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and managing multiple priorities.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings (blueprints).
• Analytical mindset with excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead key supplier work-transfer projects with cross-functional teams.
• Support strategic deflation and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers to promote collaboration.
• Establish robust communication processes with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement in supplier efficiency, quality, and delivery.
• Lead supplier audits and travel as needed to support business needs.

Skills

Aerospace manufacturing

Project management

Supplier development

Cross-functional leadership

Reading blueprints

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Access

ERP systems

Job description

Position Summary

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow.

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Military Flight Controls Division

Supporting aircraft worldwide, Parker Aerospace's Military Flight Controls Division (MFCD) provides primary and secondary flight control systems that make flight possible. Tested, proven and trusted in commercial and military applications for decades, MFCD provides precise position-control actuation solutions for military aircraft across the United States and with foreign partners. The division's JetPipe electrohydraulic servovalve (EHSV) technology is used across commercial and military aircraft around the world. Headquartered in Irvine, California, the Military Flight Controls Division is the global leader in fly-by-wire flight control systems and electrohydraulic products and offers the world's most advanced motor design capabilities for flight controls.

Position Summary

The Supplier Development Project Engineer is responsible for managing key supplier work-transfer projects in collaboration with cross-functional internal and external teams. The role supports strategic deflation initiatives, mitigates supply chain risk, facilitates continuous improvement, and helps resolve technical and operational issues with suppliers.

This position monitors supplier performance through scorecards and key performance indicators and supports supplier evaluation and approval in partnership with Procurement and Supply Chain teams.

Scope/ Supervision and Interaction

• Position will directly report to the Division Supplier Development Manager.
• Will interact with cross functional teams; including Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Lean, Program Management, Finance, Procurement, and external suppliers.
• The role works closely with high-performance, cross-functional teams to align supplier capabilities with business objectives, operational requirements, and customer commitments.

Essential Functions

• Work directly with suppliers, including on-site engagement, to support material and part requirements, preferred manufacturing techniques, and production readiness, with emphasis on complex and moderately complex machine parts.
• Lead key supplier work transfer projects while coordinating internal and external cross-functional teams to increase capacity, improve performance, and mitigate business risk.
• Support the development and execution of strategic deflation and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing suppliers to promote collaboration, accountability, and long-term partnership.
• Establish robust communication processes with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support timely issue resolution and project execution.
• Lead continuous improvement activities to improve supplier efficiency, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Lead and/or support supplier audits to assess production capability, performance, delivery, compliance, and other key business criteria.
• Collaborate with the business unit to establish preferred supplier selection criteria based on price, quality, delivery, certifications, capability, and compliance with governmental procurement regulations.
• Investigate and facilitate best-value region sourcing opportunities.
• Act as a technical engineering expert during work transfers.
• Demonstrate leadership by engaging suppliers and Parker team members to achieve shared goals.
• Must be able to travel to support business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; technical engineering background and supply chain experience preferred.
• Preferred 6+ years of aerospace manufacturing experience, particularly with complex and moderately complex machine parts.
• Demonstrated project management capability, including the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong technical aptitude, including the ability to read and interpret technical product drawings. (Example : Blue Print)
• Ability to assess, coach, and develop individual and team skills and capabilities.
• Proven ability to promote new ideas, drive positive changes, and lead continuous improvement.
• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency with Excel, Access, and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and technical skills with the ability to understand business practices and supplier performance data.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Ability to quickly learn new tools, systems, and processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and take appropriate action to resolve them.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $106490 to $177635 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affinitive Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

Drug Tests

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.