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This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.
Job Description
EBAD seeks an accomplished engineer for the position of Supplier Development Engineer – Electronics reporting to the Supply Chain Manager in our Moorpark, CA facility.
Responsibilities:
- Track, monitor, and report on key Supplier KPI’s, including quality and delivery metrics.
- Create and implement strategic action plans to resolve systemic challenges, driving sustainable change/improvement.
- Responsible for identifying, selecting, and qualifying Suppliers that align with future Company goals while ensuring they meet quality, delivery, and cost standards.
- Assess supplier capacity, capability, and risk for existing and new programs.
- Support commodity strategies and dual sourcing initiatives.
- Provides advice and guidance in interpreting and adapting quality standards and government regulations.
- Drive improvements utilizing Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and Problem-solving tools.
- Analyzes design reliability and quality to recommend process changes and enhancements.
- Support and drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) in the early product design phase.
- Works cross-functionally with internal teams to align on requirements and resolution of systemic issues.
- Analyze data effectively, summarize results, create reports, and use visual management tools effectively.
- Track action plans from Supplier audits and assessments and monitor their activity for completion and correctness consistently.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field of study required.
- Experience working in or with Electronics Suppliers is required.
- Printed Circuit Board experience is preferred.
- Supply Chain experience is preferred.
- Experience with Quality Standards including AS9100, and NADCAP.
- Minimum of five years’ experience in Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing practices, and Problem Solving, including 8D, 5-Why.
- Strong skills in MS Windows, including Word, PPT, Excel, and Project.
- The candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Commercial and financial acumen.
- Excels in a dynamic work environment.
- Energetic, agile, and the ability to work independently is a requirement.
- Must be willing to travel up to 50%.
Compensation:
Salary Range: $90,000 - $140,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.
Job Description
EBAD seeks an accomplished engineer for the position of Supplier Development Engineer – Electronics reporting to the Supply Chain Manager in our Moorpark, CA facility.
Responsibilities:
- Track, monitor, and report on key Supplier KPI’s, including quality and delivery metrics.
- Create and implement strategic action plans to resolve systemic challenges, driving sustainable change/improvement.
- Responsible for identifying, selecting, and qualifying Suppliers that align with future Company goals while ensuring they meet quality, delivery, and cost standards.
- Assess supplier capacity, capability, and risk for existing and new programs.
- Support commodity strategies and dual sourcing initiatives.
- Provides advice and guidance in interpreting and adapting quality standards and government regulations.
- Drive improvements utilizing Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and Problem-solving tools.
- Analyzes design reliability and quality to recommend process changes and enhancements.
- Support and drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) in the early product design phase.
- Works cross-functionally with internal teams to align on requirements and resolution of systemic issues.
- Analyze data effectively, summarize results, create reports, and use visual management tools effectively.
- Track action plans from Supplier audits and assessments and monitor their activity for completion and correctness consistently.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field of study required.
- Experience working in or with Electronics Suppliers is required.
- Printed Circuit Board experience is preferred.
- Supply Chain experience is preferred.
- Experience with Quality Standards including AS9100, and NADCAP.
- Minimum of five years’ experience in Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing practices, and Problem Solving, including 8D, 5-Why.
- Strong skills in MS Windows, including Word, PPT, Excel, and Project.
- The candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Commercial and financial acumen.
- Excels in a dynamic work environment.
- Energetic, agile, and the ability to work independently is a requirement.
- Must be willing to travel up to 50%.
Compensation:
Salary Range: $90,000 - $140,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
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Who's Hiring
- SpaceX29
- Eaton15
- Parker Hannifin6
- ASM5
- Rivian4
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Technology & Software
- Aerospace & Defense
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Automotive
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in supplier development specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, or a related technical field
- Experience conducting supplier audits and implementing corrective action plans
- Proficiency with APQP, PPAP, and production part approval processes
- Familiarity with quality management systems such as ISO 9001 or IATF 16949
- Ability to analyze supplier scorecards and interpret quality and delivery metrics
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to supplier facilities
Tips for Your Supplier Development Specialist Job Search
Quantify supplier improvement outcomes on your resume
Hiring managers want to see measurable results, not just duties. Call out specific cost reductions you negotiated, lead time improvements you drove, or defect rates you helped suppliers cut. Numbers give your resume immediate credibility against other candidates.
Highlight cross-functional project experience clearly
Supplier development roles sit at the intersection of engineering, procurement, and quality. If you have experience coordinating APQP, PPAP, or supplier corrective actions across departments, make that visible in your resume with the team names and outcomes involved.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists supplier development specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your commodity expertise
Supplier development roles are often commodity-specific: castings, electronics, plastics, or raw materials. Filter your search by industry and read postings carefully for commodity mentions so you apply where your direct experience is the strongest fit.
Prepare case studies around supplier recovery situations
Interviewers frequently ask how you handled an underperforming or at-risk supplier. Prepare two or three structured stories covering root cause analysis, corrective action plans, and the measurable outcome. These questions separate candidates who have done the work from those who have only observed it.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay
Supplier development roles often include travel allowances, tool budgets, or project bonuses tied to supplier performance targets. When an offer arrives, ask specifically about those components and what performance thresholds trigger them before accepting.
Supplier Development Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most supplier development specialists?
The companies hiring the most supplier development specialists right now include SpaceX, Eaton, and Parker Hannifin, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Automotive OEMs, aerospace manufacturers, and large consumer goods companies consistently post the highest volume of these roles.
How many supplier development specialist jobs are remote?
About 57% of supplier development specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, travel-heavy nature of most supplier development work. Strategic sourcing and supplier program management roles tend to offer the most flexibility, while positions focused on on-site supplier audits and production launches are almost always on-site or travel-intensive.
How do you become a supplier development specialist?
Start with a degree in engineering, supply chain management, or operations, as most employers require a technical foundation. Build hands-on experience in manufacturing, quality, or procurement roles where you interact directly with suppliers. Develop working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and corrective action processes, then pursue certifications in quality or supply chain to strengthen your candidacy for dedicated supplier development positions.
Can you get a supplier development specialist job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level supplier development roles exist, though they typically require some manufacturing, quality, or procurement exposure. Internships or co-ops in a supplier-facing quality or operations role give you the fastest path in. Demonstrating familiarity with supplier audit processes, quality systems, and cross-functional communication in your resume and interview will help offset limited direct title experience when applying to junior openings.
What does the supplier development specialist interview process look like?
Most supplier development specialist interviews run across two to four rounds. The first round is typically a recruiter screen covering background and logistics, followed by a technical interview where hiring managers ask about your experience with supplier audits, corrective action plans, and quality systems. Later rounds often include behavioral questions around cross-functional collaboration and a case discussion involving a supplier performance scenario you have handled or would approach.
Where can I find and apply to supplier development specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to supplier development specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background, commodity expertise, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing. No intermediary steps are required between finding a role and submitting your application.
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