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Head of Procurement Operations- Defense and Space
Head of Procurement Operations- Defense and Spaceairbus • Newport Beach, CA, United States
Head of Procurement Operations- Defense and Space

Head of Procurement Operations- Defense and Space

airbus • Newport Beach, CA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

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Job Description

Title : Head of Procurement Operations - Defense and Space

Employer : Airbus Americas, Inc.

Location : Newport Beach, CA

Duties : Supporting and coordinating Procurement Operations - Defense and Space to maximize efficiency and the use of the team\'s skill sets; review team workload and capacity; forecast team activities against open WBS, ensuring alignment with Project Controllers; conduct staff performance reviews and compensation decisions; ensure the department operates in accordance with Ethics and Export Compliance, as well as any security requirements; provide local SCQM and SDM support at the North American supply chain for Airbus through example and guidance; perform Supplier Development missions in accordance with Airbus SO.DM.03 process; lead supplier assessments and audits, create development plans and coordinate supplier development activities; lead supplier recovery missions; report progress of development and recovery activities to stakeholders in Europe.

Requirements :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering or related field and 5 years in any job title including experience in Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing of Electronics in the Space and Defense industries.
  • 5 years of experience in electronic manufacturing processes including Surface Mount and Microelectronics.
  • 5 years of experience in Supply Chain Management.
  • Experience in Performing Supplier Mandatory Inspection Points (MIPs).
  • Experience in space systems designs, development, and production milestones.
  • Experience with material process control boards and radiation control boards.
  • Experience in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
  • Implementing Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
  • Experience with Six Sigma capabilities.
  • Up to 60% of domestic and international travel required for business meetings.
  • Telework permitted up to 2 days per week.
  • Salary : $189,103.00 per year

    How to Apply : Submit application by selecting “Apply” on this page and following prompts to attach resume and submit. Job Code : AA224

    Company : Airbus Americas, Inc.

    Employment Type : US - Direct Hire

    Experience Level : Professional

    Remote Type : On-site

    Job Family : Leadership

    Job Posting End Date : 11.03.2025

    Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

    By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

    Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com.

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