Supplier Engineer (Experienced)

General Dynamics Electric Boat; New London (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking an experienced Supplier Engineer with strong mechanical and manufacturing expertise to support existing suppliers that produce pump systems and related mechanical components for defense applications. This role emphasizes supplier performance management, technical issue resolution, and manufacturing process support.

You will collaborate with engineering, quality, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure suppliers meet technical, quality, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years post‑graduate engineering experience.
• Minimum 5 years in manufacturing or supply chain.
• Hands‑on experience with pumps, rotating machinery, hydraulics, or precision mechanical components.
• Willingness to travel to supplier facilities.
• Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support a portfolio of existing suppliers for pump assemblies and related components.
• Conduct on-site supplier visits to assess process health and resolve issues.
• Evaluate supplier manufacturing processes against mechanical specs.
• Support investigations of nonconformances and pump performance issues.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, DFARS, ITAR, and flow-down requirements.
• Work with internal teams to clarify pump design tolerances and assembly practices.
• Drive supplier corrective actions and monitor effectiveness.
• Track supplier KPIs and lead improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance on machining, casting, assembly, testing and inspection methods.
• Maintain documentation and supplier performance records per defense program requirements.

Skills

Pumps expertise

Supplier management

Mechanical design

Manufacturing process knowledge

Root cause analysis

GD&T

Technical communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Advanced degree

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Supplier Engineer with strong mechanical and manufacturing expertise to support existing suppliers that produce pump systems and related mechanical components for defense applications. This role is focused on supplier performance management, technical issue resolution, and manufacturing process support.

We are seeking an experienced Supplier Engineer with strong mechanical and manufacturing expertise to support existing suppliers that produce pump systems and related mechanical components for defense applications. This role is focused on supplier performance management, technical issue resolution, and manufacturing process support.

You will work closely with engineering, quality, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure suppliers consistently meet technical, quality, and contractual requirements for complex mechanical and rotating equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support a portfolio of existing suppliers providing pump assemblies, rotating equipment, castings, machined components, and mechanical hardware
• Conduct on‑site supplier visits to assess process health, address risks, and support issue resolution
• Evaluate supplier manufacturing processes, controls, and adherence to mechanical specifications
• Support investigations for supplier-related nonconformances, pump performance issues, and mechanical failures
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, DFARS, ITAR, and flow‑down requirements
• Work with internal engineering teams to clarify pump design intent, tolerances, materials, and assembly practices for suppliers
• Drive supplier corrective actions and monitor effectiveness
• Track supplier KPIs (quality, delivery, technical performance) and lead improvement initiatives
• Provide technical guidance to suppliers on machining, casting, assembly, testing, and inspection methods relevant to pump systems
• Maintain documentation and supplier performance records per defense program requirements

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of post‑graduate engineering experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or supply chain environment
• Hands‑on experience with pumps, rotating machinery, hydraulics, fluid systems, or precision mechanical components
• Willingness to travel to supplier facilities
• Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance

Preferred

• Advanced degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management
• Experience supporting pump OEMs, defense primes, or DoD programs
• Lean or Six Sigma certification
• Active DoD security clearance

Skills

• Strong knowledge of machining, castings, tolerance analysis, GD&T, and mechanical inspection
• Familiarity with defense compliance requirements including DFARS, ITAR, and CUI
• Proficiency in root‑cause analysis tools (5‑Why, FMEA, etc.)
• Ability to read complex mechanical drawings and technical data packages
• Excellent communication, technical writing, and project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to build productive technical relationships with suppliers
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including guiding cross‑functional teams, mentoring peers, or leading supplier‑focused technical initiatives

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