About Electra: Electra’s next gen mission is to develop Ultra Short aircraft, built for Direct Aviation. We are redefining the next level of connectivity, pioneering direct aviation – without airports, emissions, or noise. Electra’s Ultra Short aircraft will revolutionize air travel by bringing it closer to where we live, work, and play, making new connections possible. This makes a new venture like Electra exciting and fast-paced. Headquartered in Northern Virginia, we 're on a quest to build a team of insanely talented people who want to do meaningful work. Position Overview: Electra.aero, a next-gen aerospace technology company, seeks a dynamic and energetic Aircraft Supply Chain Engineer  .  This role will support the development of our Ultra Short EL9. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aerospace goods and services procurement within a fast-paced, innovative environment. Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions: + Actively participate in Request for Information (RFI) / Request for Proposal (RFP) development, supplier evaluations, source selection, and negotiation activities.  + Liaison between internal program teams and suppliers. + Perform supplier audits through on-site visits, capability assessments, and ongoing performance measurements. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure supplier quality control, including managing failure reporting and root cause corrective action activities. + Develop and update supply chain processes and practices to accommodate new or changing business demands, policies, standards, regulations, or laws. + Identify risks and opportunities in the supply chain and support the implementation of mitigation plans. + Identify, manage, report, and solve supplier, supply, inventory, and project risks and issues. + Oversee timely delivery of projects from conception to delivery through the development of detailed project plans that account for scope, timelines, budget, and other pertinent details. Required Education and Experience: + BS/BA degree in a relevant field of study + 2+ years of directly applicable procurement experience in the aerospace/aircraft industry Required Skills: + Strong collaboration, organizational, and time management skills. + Effective upward and outward communication across all levels of the organization, both internally and externally. + Entrepreneurial ownership approach, adapting to ambiguity and open to change by shifting priorities, playing any number of roles, and enlisting help as needed to achieve goals. + Ability to author and review statements of work (SOW), RFI’s, RFP’s, and supplier commercial and technical proposals. + Advanced analytical skills and an ability to express technical concepts, both written and verbal. + Self-motivated and accountable to thrive independently or as part of a geographically diverse team. Desired Qualifications: + Experience working in both production and prototype environments. + Project management/leadership experience. + Experience with international aerospace teams/suppliers and the ability to manage across cultures and time zones. Location: Headquarters in Manassas, VA. To encourage close collaboration, it is preferred this position is 4-5 days in the office with some virtual work allowed.  Travel : up to 50% Salary: Electra's salary range for this position is: $71,500.00 - 181,500.00 Our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum range for the Company level overall across all locations & projects and does not necessarily reflect the budgeted amount for this position. Individual pay is based on additional factors, including project budgets, job-related skills, experience, relevant education and/or training, role, level, location, and project. Compensation and Benefits: In addition to offering an exciting work environment and the opportunity to be part of the team making Ultra Short flight a reality, at Electra, we offer an unparalleled total rewards package. Electra offers employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance, generous PTO and sick leave, company holidays, paid winter break, and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting. Life at Electra includes a variety of perks, such as free catered lunches, amazing coffee, snacks, drinks, fruit, free parking, and opportunities for much more. Working Conditions Work is typically performed in a warehouse/aviation and office environment, which requires proper safety precautions. Work may require some physical effort in handling light materials, boxes, power tools, prototypes, and different materials or equipment. Due to the nature of our business and projects, some fieldwork may be required, working in both indoor and outdoor conditions. You may need to lift up to 50 lbs. Commitment We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those from marginalized or underrepresented groups in the tech industry and aerospace, to apply for our job openings. We firmly believe that a diverse range of perspectives can profoundly influence both our product and our company culture. Electra is committed to a work environment that is inclusive to all and free of discrimination. It is our policy to be an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other factors prohibited by law. Electra will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals. Electra is an E-Verify employer. Powered by JazzHR