Supply Chain Engineer

Impulsespace; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Impulse Space in Redondo Beach seeks a Supply Chain Engineer to drive supplier quality, ensure component excellence, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. You will manage non-conformances, qualify parts, and optimize supplier relationships throughout the product lifecycle.

The role emphasizes problem solving, data-driven improvements, and close work with Engineering, Procurement, and Production to deliver high-quality parts. Travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 2+ years in engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, or quality.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Manage the issue ticket landscape related to vendor performance and prescribe actions to improve quality and mitigate risks.
• Qualify parts and oversee the manufacturing process with vendors.
• Own and manage non-conformances identified at vendors and during production; implement corrective actions with vendors.
• Drive improvements in existing quality management processes with suppliers.
• Manage containment and non-conformances; develop resolutions to reduce issues.
• Provide technical support onsite at suppliers to ensure part reliability.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, and Production to ensure high-quality parts meet requirements.
• Execute non-conformance processes (SDR, MRB, CAPA, RTV, etc.) and review action tickets.
• Support containment actions and perform root-cause analysis.

Skills

Lean / Six Sigma

Data analysis

Technical drawings

4+ years Supplier Quality Engineering

Quality management systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Minitab

SAP

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Supply Chain Engineer

Department: Supply Chain

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Redondo Beach

Compensation: $110,000 - $145,000 / year

Description

As a Supply Chain Engineer at Impulse, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and performance of components and materials from our suppliers. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to uphold high standards throughout the product lifecycle. In this role, you’ll leverage your technical expertise and problem-solving skills to drive continuous improvement, resolve quality issues, and optimize supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage the issue ticket landscape related to vendor performance and prescribe specific actions to improve quality, eliminate recurring non-conformances, and mitigate supply chain risks
• Qualify parts and oversee the manufacturing process with vendors
• Own and manage non-conformances identified at vendors (Supplier Deviation Requests) and during production. Partner with vendors to implement new processes or actions that reduce recurring issues and mitigate supply chain risks
• Drive improvements in existing quality management processes while collaborating with vendors to enhance their performance
• Manage containment, receiving, and precision inspection non-conformances, and develop resolutions for existing issues. Identify and implement improvements to reduce the overall issue ticket landscape
• Provide technical support onsite at suppliers to ensure part reliability
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Procurement, and Production teams to ensure that high-quality parts and services meet all requirements
• Execute non-conformance management processes, including SDR, MRB, RTV, CAPA, and Production Issue Ticket reviews
• Support containment actions related to non-conforming products, including identifying product locations, coordinating with Supply Chain Reliability Engineers to mitigate flight risks, and conducting root cause analysis

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in an engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, or quality-related field, and a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related discipline
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of component manufacturing processes, quality standards, and certifications (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Ability to travel 25% of time

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 4+ years of experience in Supplier Quality Engineering or a similar role within the aerospace, manufacturing, or a related industry
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (QMS), supplier audits, and non-conformance management processes (SDR, MRB, CAPA, RTV)
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proven track record of driving root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with suppliers
• Experience using quality management tools and software (e.g., Minitab, SAP, or similar ERP systems)
• Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel, Power BI, or other analytics platforms

Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.