Supplier Program Manager

COMLUX AMERICA; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contribution

Company-sponsored HSA

Vision premiums

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance

EAP benefits

Financial consultations

Job summary

Comlux America is seeking a Supplier Program Manager – Aerospace Materials in Indianapolis to lead end-to-end supplier performance for multiple aircraft programs. You will own supplier quality, delivery, and program execution across cross-functional teams.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in aerospace supply chain or supplier program management, with AS9100/AS9102, FAA conformity, SCARs, and 8D experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years in aerospace supply chain, supplier quality, procurement, or supplier program management.
• Experience managing aerospace material suppliers and performance.
• Working knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, FAA conformity, and Part 21 requirements.
• Experience with supplier corrective actions, root cause analysis, and 8D.
• Experience reviewing material certifications, traceability, and flammability data.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate supplier approvals, quality assessments, and AS9100 audits.
• Manage FAIs and source inspections per AS9102.
• Review certifications, traceability, and flammability data.
• Coordinate SCARs and corrective action plans.
• Support FAA conformity and Part 21 compliance.
• Lead supplier delivery schedules and weekly status meetings.
• Track lead times, material availability, and recovery plans.
• Maintain quarterly supplier scorecards and risk mitigation.

Skills

5+ years aerospace supply chain

Aerospace supplier management

AS9100 / AS9102 knowledge

FAA conformity / Part 21

SCARs / 8D problem solving

Material certifications & traceability

Cross-functional coordination

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

AS9100 quality systems

Job description

COMLUX AMERICA LLC is an EEO Employer - M/F/Protected Veteran Status.

About Comlux America

Comlux America is a world-class VIP aircraft completion and refurbishment center located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The company designs, engineers, and installs custom luxury interiors and advanced aircraft systems for airliner-derivative business jets. Comlux also offers scheduled and unscheduled maintenance services. Specializing in highly customized aircraft, Comlux transforms aircraft into personalized flying environments that reflect exceptional craftsmanship, precision engineering, and uncompromising safety.

Role Description

The Supplier Program Manager – Aerospace Materials is responsible for the end-to-end performance of an assigned portfolio of key aerospace material suppliers. This role serves as the primary point of accountability for supplier quality, delivery performance, and program execution across all active aircraft programs. Working cross-functionally with Procurement, Quality, Engineering, Materials, and Production, the Supplier Program Manager ensures suppliers meet Comlux’s technical, regulatory, quality, and schedule requirements. The role proactively manages supplier performance, identifies risks, drives corrective actions, and develops recovery plans to protect aircraft completion schedules.

Essential Job Functions

Supplier Quality Management

• Coordinate supplier approval activities, quality assessments, and AS9100 audits.
• Manage source inspections and First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Review supplier certifications, material traceability, and flammability test documentation.
• Coordinate supplier corrective action requests (SCARs), root cause analysis, and corrective action plans.
• Support FAA conformity and applicable Part 21 compliance requirements.
• Partner with Quality and Engineering to resolve supplier-related quality issues.

Supplier Program and Delivery Management

• Own supplier performance across all assigned aircraft programs, including consolidated delivery schedules.
• Lead weekly supplier status meetings to review commitments, progress, risks, and open issues.
• Track supplier lead times, material availability, and delivery commitments.
• Develop and manage supplier visit plans, delivery recovery plans, and escalation strategies.
• Maintain quarterly supplier scorecards covering quality, delivery, and overall performance.
• Proactively identify supply risks and coordinate cross-functional actions to protect production schedules.
• Escalate significant supplier performance issues and recovery needs to leadership.

Minimum Qualifications, Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace supply chain, supplier quality, procurement, or supplier program management.
• Experience managing aerospace material suppliers and supplier performance.
• Working knowledge of AS9100, AS9102 First Article Inspection, FAA conformity, and applicable Part 21 requirements.
• Experience with supplier corrective actions, root cause analysis, and 8D problem-solving.
• Experience reviewing material certifications, traceability documentation, and flammability test data.

Required Skills And Abilities

• Strong supplier relationship and program management skills.
• Ability to manage complex supplier schedules, delivery commitments, and recovery plans.
• Knowledge of aerospace quality systems, audits, inspections, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause investigation skills.
• Ability to lead supplier discussions, drive accountability, and escalation effectively.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple suppliers and competing program priorities.

Work Environment

Role

This position is primarily based in an office environment and may require occasional time in an aircraft hangar or production environment. The role may involve:

• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-demand aviation environment.
• Extended periods working at a computer
• Occasional exposure to aircraft hangar or production areas
• Walking between office, hangar, and production areas as needed
• Interaction with cross-functional teams in office, shop-floor, and meeting settings

Why join us?

Your success is our success. We provide a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package that supports you and your family.

• 401(k) with company annual contribution equal to 3% of eligible compensation
• Company-sponsored HSA
• 100% company-paid vision premiums
• Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, and EAP benefits
• Free financial consultations and guidance

EEO Statement

Comlux is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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