Supply Chain Risk Engineer; R&D Engineer

What You Will Do

The Supply Chain and Logistics division (SCL-DO) is seeking an R&D Engineer. This individual will report to the Strategic Alliance & Continuous Improvement team, which reports directly to the division office. In this role, the individual must successfully collaborate with management from cross‑functional organizations such as IQPA, PAQ, AMPP, PT, C‑AAC, MST-16, and PF to lead and manage projects that support the SCL‑DO mission.

The required scope is summarized below.

To manage and lead these projects, the ideal candidate should possess the ability to develop methodologies for identifying component sources and critical‑path components. The candidate will assist in developing a standardized procurement approach driven by long‑term planning and project schedules, meet routinely with stakeholders, and continuously assess their needs and priorities. They will build and implement risk program elements and report on associated risks periodically.

Additional projects will include overseeing cross‑organizational processes and functions to identify compatibility, classification requirements, and potential needs for further development of modules and applications. The ideal candidate should also have advanced expertise in continuous improvement project definition and implementation, addressing root causes to help mitigate associated risks.

Advanced knowledge of and demonstrated experience in all aspects of project management of technical or operational work, including developing project plans and work packages; managing scope, schedule, budget, and technical baselines; and documenting baseline reports and change control actions.

Demonstrated ability to successfully plan, organize, lead, and monitor team efforts to completion. Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel, building trust, gaining consensus, and resolving conflict.

Advanced knowledge of and demonstrated experience in all aspects of risk management practices and techniques for characterization, monitoring, mitigating, and communicating supply chain & logistics risks; advanced knowledge, skills, and ability related to risk management regarding complex technical issues, such as market place obsolescence.

Proven ability to conceptualize and communicate program requirements and detailed elements to both technical and non‑technical personnel. Demonstrated skill with interpersonal, written, and verbal communications including presentation skills as evidenced by presenting briefings/project status to stakeholders, etc.

Demonstrated ability to manage customer interface with program, line management and executive leadership as well as external interfaces. Exceptional customer service skills and ability to provide clear, concise support and guidance to others in sometimes stressful situations.

Knowledge of business and operations systems and standard software applications (i.e., Microsoft and Adobe products). Advanced knowledge in at least one project management, collaboration, and/or task‑tracking software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, SharePoint, Footprints, etc.). Proven ability to manage effectively and independently multiple, complex, and overlapping tasks at once.

Position requires a Master's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution and 6 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level a Ph.D. may be preferred.

• Industrial Engineering and/or Supply Chain Management degree(s)
• Project Management Certificate and/or Certified Lean Six Sigma practitioner
• Clearance:
  Active DOE "Q" clearance.

Note to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China— including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau— and citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's…