Engineering Jobs in Washington Macomb County, MI
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The Gear Grind Machinist at Triumph Geared Solutions - Macomb is responsible for the operation and basic maintenance of Gear Grind machines in the Gear Grind Department. The Gear Grind Machinist must be able to produce high-quality products according to Triumph Gear Systems Gear Grind Department operations manual.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Clock in & out of appropriate job operations
- Read, interpret, and apply information from engineering drawings
- Adhere to job plans per job travelers
- Set-up multiple types of jobs
- Operate CNC Gear Grind Equipment (Using CBN form wheels & dressable grit wheels)
- Basic Maintenance of CNC gear grind machines (KAPP, Hofler, Klingelnberg)
- First part quality inspections
- Use precision measurement equipment (Use of micrometers, MBW & MOW checks)
- Consistently produce quality parts. (Understanding of gear terminology. LEAD, SPACING, PROFILE Etc.)
- Adhere to directions and instructions of direct supervisor
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Post-secondary CNC related certificate or degree preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of Gear Grind operations
- Ability to read, understand and correctly interpret blueprints, planning and manufacturing specifications.
- Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to use hand tools.
- Physical ability to operate and repair machines.
- Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, or stretching
- Work may require bending, carrying, lifting to fifty (25) pounds, pulling, pushing, and standing.
- Assistance is required for lifting over 25 pounds.
Triumph Offers Outstanding Benefits, Including:
- 15 Days Paid Time Off (annual allotment), Prorated PTO based on date of hire
- Company Paid Holidays
- Volunteer PTO Program
- 2nd Shift hourly positions receive 15% shift Premium
- Health Insurance starting on your first day
- Company Paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accidental Death, and Dismemberment (AD&D)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) Match (75% match up to 6%)
- Company Employee Relations Team Events (i.e., Holiday Party, Family trunk or treating, Car Show and much more!)
- Recognition and Service Award Programs
- Educational Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Onsite Fitness Center - Free!
- Climate controlled environment
Our Vision:
As one team, we enable the safety and prosperity of the world.
Our Mission:
We partner with our Customers to TRIUMPH over their hardest aerospace, defense, and industrial challenges to deliver value to our stakeholders.
Our Values:
- Integrity - Do the right thing for our stakeholders. We value safety, diversity, and respect.
- Teamwork - Win as One team-one company. Solicit help and assist others.
- Continuous Improvement - Pursue zero defect quality. Attack problems and relentlessly raise the bar.
- Innovation - Passion for growing the business. Lead through ingenuity and entrepreneurship.
- Act with Velocity - Partner, anticipate and communicate. Proactively solve problems.
Code of Conduct:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the TRIUMPH behaviors captured within our core values: Integrity, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, and Act with Velocity. Detailed definitions are below and performance metrics for each behavior can be found on our intranet and is embedded within our Performance Management processes. All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in TRIUMPH's Code of Conduct.
Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS):
Employees are responsible for the Health, Safety, and Welfare of themselves, the environment, and other people. All employees must comply with EHS policy training and instructions, help to maintain a safe and clean working environment, and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the Company. Employees must report any accidents, incidents, and near misses to management. Additionally, employees are expected to notify management of any dangerous or potentially dangerous situations or practices.
Additional Information:
Triumph is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
SELECT US positions require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (\"ITAR\") and the Export administration Regulations (\"EAR\"). In order to be eligible for applicable positions, you must be a US Person under ITAR or eligible for approval for a U.S. Government export license. A US Person is a US Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, refugee or asylee. All inquires related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.
U.S. applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Please contact us if you require assistance in applying for TRIUMPH and we will provide reasonable accommodations via [email protected].
Position Summary
Our client is building a modern, cloud-native platform that powers connected, data-driven manufacturing operations. Their technology sits at the center of increasingly automated factories, integrating equipment, software systems, and real-time production data into a scalable SaaS platform used by global manufacturers.
To support rapid growth and platform scale, they are seeking a Senior Cloud Operations Engineer to own the reliability, performance, and operational excellence of their cloud infrastructure. This is a highly impactful role responsible for ensuring the platform remains highly available, secure, and scalable as adoption continues to grow.
This position is ideal for engineers who thrive in modern cloud environments, enjoy solving complex reliability challenges, and prefer automating everything possible. The right person will combine deep technical expertise with strong operational discipline, helping build a world-class cloud platform supporting real industrial environments.
Key Responsibilities
Cloud Operations & Reliability
• Maintain and optimize production, staging, and development environments running in Kubernetes on AWS
• Implement and manage monitoring, logging, alerting, and observability frameworks
• Lead incident response efforts and drive post-incident reviews focused on continuous improvement
• Own backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes
• Perform system capacity planning and performance tuning
Automation & Infrastructure Management
• Build and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code using tools such as Terraform or Pulumi
• Automate provisioning, configuration management, and environment lifecycle processes
• Identify and eliminate operational inefficiencies through automation
• Manage secrets, environment configuration, and version control across infrastructure environments
Security & Compliance
• Implement and maintain least-privilege access models and cloud security guardrails
• Support vulnerability management, patching workflows, and dependency maintenance
• Assist with compliance readiness efforts including SOC 2, ISO 27001, or similar frameworks
• Ensure proper logging, retention, and audit practices across cloud environments
FinOps / Cost Optimization
• Monitor and optimize cloud spend across services and environments
• Implement tagging standards, budget alerts, and cost visibility frameworks
• Recommend architectural improvements to balance performance and cost efficiency
Collaboration & Leadership
• Partner closely with engineering teams to improve reliability, deployment pipelines, and system architecture
• Mentor engineers on operational best practices and cloud platform management
• Develop runbooks, documentation, and operational standards
• Champion reliability engineering principles, operational maturity, and risk reduction practices
Technical Environment
Candidates should be comfortable working in modern cloud-native environments and familiar with:
• Kubernetes clusters, autoscaling, Helm charts, and service mesh concepts
• AWS cloud services including compute, networking, storage, and cost management
• Infrastructure-as-Code frameworks such as Terraform
• Observability platforms such as Datadog, CloudWatch, Prometheus, or New Relic
• CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Bitbucket Pipelines, or Bamboo
• Linux systems administration and troubleshooting
• SRE practices including SLIs, SLOs, MTTR, RTO/RPO, and incident management
Position Summary
Our client is building next-generation software that is redefining how modern factories operate. Their platform connects machines, production systems, and enterprise applications into a unified digital manufacturing ecosystem, enabling real-time data, intelligent orchestration, and highly automated operations across the shop floor. As manufacturers race toward smarter, more connected factories, this team is developing the technology that sits at the center of that transformation.
They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to help design and build the core platform powering this vision. This is a highly technical, hands-on role focused on creating scalable, high-performance applications that integrate complex manufacturing systems and deliver real-time insights to operations teams. You will work alongside a strong engineering team building modern full-stack applications while helping drive architecture decisions and engineering best practices.
This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex problems, building systems that operate at scale, and working on technology that directly impacts real-world industrial environments.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and enhance enterprise software services using JavaScript, React, Node.js, and MongoDB
• Build full-stack solutions spanning both front-end user interfaces and backend services
• Design and implement new product features and subsystems within an agile development environment
• Participate in architecture discussions and contribute to scalable system design
• Develop and maintain technical documentation related to system architecture and functionality
• Demonstrate completed work and features to stakeholders and internal teams
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a strong engineering culture
• Conduct code reviews to maintain high standards for performance, scalability, and maintainability
• Collaborate with adjacent teams to support integrations and cross-platform functionality
• Troubleshoot production issues and support live systems when needed
• Manage agile Scrum boards and coordinate development work for assigned team members
• Interface with external users when needed to resolve technical issues or gather feedback
• Contribute to project reporting and development planning
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to critical system events
• Perform other related duties supporting product development and engineering operations
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and support the design of exterior components and assemblies from concept through production using CAD. Ensure designs meet functional, aesthetic, and manufacturability requirements.
- Manage the release of production-ready parts, drawings, and Bills of Material (BOM) through PLM systems such as Teamcenter while supporting program milestones and engineering documentation.
- Work closely with suppliers on feasibility, design for manufacturing (DFM), tooling development, and technical reviews to ensure parts meet cost, quality, and timing targets.
- Support validation activities including DVP&R development, testing coordination, and design verification to ensure components meet durability, fit, finish, and performance standards.
- Partner with Styling, Studio, Manufacturing Engineering, CAE, and Program Management teams to ensure exterior components align with vehicle styling intent and production requirements.
- Support DFMEA development and manage engineering changes (ECR/ECO) to resolve design issues and improve product quality throughout the development cycle.
- Provide engineering support during prototype builds, pilot builds, and production launch to address fit, finish, and assembly concerns.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- 3–8+ years of experience in automotive exterior trim design, development, or release engineering.
- Experience using CATIA V5/V6, or similar CAD software for 3D modeling and design development.
- Understanding of plastic injection molding, composite materials, tooling development, and painted exterior components.
- Experience with GD&T, DFMEA, DVP&R, and PPAP processes.
- Familiarity with automotive regulatory requirements such as NHTSA and FMVSS related to exterior vehicle components.
About Us
Colasanti Companies is a leading Construction Manager and General Contractor, as well as a nationally recognized self-performing concrete contractor. We take pride in tackling some of the most complex and high-profile projects in the country, including luxury high-rise hotels, mixed-use developments, stadiums, universities, and municipal projects.
Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and craftsmanship. We value people who take ownership, lead with integrity, and share our commitment to safety and quality. At Colasanti, you will join a family-owned company with four generations of experience, where your expertise will be recognized and your growth supported.
About the Job:
The Estimator will provide and direct full estimating services in the company’s General Contracting/ Construction Management division and its Self-Perform Concrete group when needed. Estimating services will be for smaller sized projects as defined by Executive Management as well as be part of the estimating team on larger projects. The estimator will be required to perform and direct all duties on lump sum and conceptual formats.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Will lead all aspects of each project assigned including but not limited to:
- Will utilize and maintain project estimating templates.
- Will set up each estimate and perform “accurate” in-house estimates for all or applicable trades of work, temporary facilities, winter/summer conditions, etc.
- Will engage, direct, and interact with subcontractors and suppliers in all trades.
- Will review all project documents including but not limited to specifications, geotechnical reports, drawings, contract & general conditions to the contract, schedule, etc.
- Understand bond and insurance requirements for each project and interact with the accounting department.
- Interact with project supervision for schedule, constructability, site usage, and site logistics.
- Interact with project management regarding schedule, constructability, staffing and site usage.
- Conduct fee analysis, develop general conditions, and staffing plans.
- Develop strategies to understand project challenges and secure project awards.
- Interact with the Self-perform concrete group to coordinate to perform takeoffs, understand scope and secure supplier proposals.
- Review and understand Contract and General Condition requirements of each project and interact with Colasanti General Counsel.
- Constant interaction with subcontractors for scope, current & forecast pricing, product availability, and development of relationships.
- Understand project safety requirements and interact with Corporate Safety.
- Maintain, review, and incorporate historical data in consideration of estimates.
- Develop subcontractor bid lists.
- On lump sum bid projects develop a bid strategy to secure work.
- Develop project schedules and analyze schedules created by others.
- Develop detailed and complete scopes of work for subcontractor bidding, Purchase Orders, and Subcontract execution.
- Develop relationships with project Owners, Design professionals and or General Contractors/CM’s (if applicable) to ensure repeat business.
- Draft purchase orders and subcontracts and ready all trades for awards.
- Perform productivity analysis, unit pricing and man-hour analysis in consideration of each estimate across all trades.
- Prepare proposals and clarifications for contracts with the Owner.
- Attend pre-bid meetings, walk the site, and conduct pre-bid meetings as necessary.
- Provide technical support to in-house and subcontractor personnel assisting and preparing discipline estimates for assigned projects.
- Ensure all working documents and data are maintained to back-up estimate costs.
- Evaluate all bids received from suppliers and subcontractors for completeness and identify missing scope.
- Lead and conduct post bid review meetings with all trades of work in partnership with the Colasanti project team members.
- Perform construction system cost analysis and value engineering.
- Initiate Committed Cost Reports for each project and maintain through the life of all project awards.
- Assist project team members during construction on scope and pricing efforts when requested.
- Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.
- Lead and perform project handoff meeting to operations.
Qualifications / Skills:
- Has experience with Estimating or Project Management and has comprehension of how to read drawings/specifications, conduct takeoffs, quantity summarization, and knowledge of CSI divisions.
- Possess the working competency with the following software: Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Project), Bluebeam, Procore, Egnyte, Building Connected, ProEst and Onscreen Takeoff.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Highly organized. Excellent communication skills including an excellent command of English (speaking, reading, writing).
- Knowledge of communicative behavior and lead discussions, negotiations, provide feedback, manage conflicts, and provide a positive, motivating environment for the project team.
- Self-motivated, willing to learn. Strong leadership and team-player can facilitate effective outcomes through others.
- General understanding of US (United States) regulations, local and national codes, legislation, and industry trends.
- Position requires the ability to work in an organized manner in a fast-paced environment and manage time to meet deadlines.
- Working conditions vary from that of a dry, well lite, and tempered office only environment to working onsite in a construction portable office that may include loud noise and extreme temperatures.
- Can commute to work in the Macomb office, Detroit office or on a project jobsite(s). In rare occasions, based on availability of personnel and project requirements, executive management may determine a hybrid management approach may be in the best interest of the company.
- Bachelor's Degree
Why Colasanti
At Colasanti, we offer competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a culture that values teamwork, innovation, and results. Our projects challenge and inspire, giving you the chance to build structures that shape skylines and strengthen communities.
Colasanti Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and respect for all. We believe great teams are built through shared purpose and collaboration. Join us in building something extraordinary together.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person, Macomb MI(No remote option)
Department: Finance
Reports To: President
FLSA: Salary - Exempt
Prepared By: Human Resources
Prepared: February 2026
Company Overview
The Company is a growing defense manufacturer with employees in the range of 70 - 100 people. The company is part of an international group headquartered in the UK with locations in the UK, Canada and US. Horstman Group is a subsidiary of company of the RENK Group, located in Germany. Company operations consist of engineering, prototype, and low to mid volume production of defense related products. The Company is subject to state, federal, and defense-related regulatory requirements and participates in multiple layers of group and international financial reporting.
Position Summary
The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial operations of the local entity while ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting across local, group, and global structures. This role serves as a key business partner to the President and plays a critical role in financial governance, reporting, and controls within a regulated defense manufacturing environment.
Reporting Structure
* Reports directly to: President
* Direct reports: 2
* Works closely with: Local Leadership, Group Finance, Global Finance (Germany), External Auditors, and Government Agencies
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Accounting
* Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll oversight, inventory accounting, and cost accounting
* Ensure accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
* Maintain and enhance internal controls in compliance with regulatory and group standards
* Manage cash flow, working capital, and financial planning activities
* Analyze and monitor product costing and contribution performance
* Own and administer the departmental budget management and monitoring process
Financial Group Reporting
* Prepare and submit timely and accurate financial statements for local management
* Ensure consistency and accuracy across multiple reporting frameworks and timelines
* Support consolidation and intercompany reporting requirements
* Maintain reporting within the local ERP system (Visual) and global consolidation/reporting system (Tagetik)
* Lead group-level reporting for the parent company and global ownership structure in Germany
* Provide ad-hoc analysis and explanations as requested by Horstman/Renk
* Support the Group yearend reporting and audit process
* Support the Group budget cycle and quarterly reforecast process
Compliance & Regulatory Reporting
* Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal reporting requirements
* Support defense industry-specific compliance and audit requirements as applicable
* Coordinate and lead external audits, including government and group audits
* Maintain documentation and reporting standards to support regulatory reviews
Systems & Process Improvement
* Act as the financial systems lead for Visual ERP and Tagetik reporting
* Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and controls
* Support data integrity and system enhancements related to financial reporting
Leadership & Business Partnership
* Serve as a trusted financial advisor to the President and senior leadership
* Provide financial analysis, insights, and recommendations to support decision-making
* Mentor and develop the accounting team, with a focus on succession planning
* Collaborate with group and global finance teams across multiple time zones and cultures
* Lead the local departmental budgeting and oversight process
Qualifications & Experience
* Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or equivalent preferred)
* 7+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably in manufacturing
* Experience working in a multi-entity, international reporting environment
* Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP; familiarity with IFRS required
* Experience with ERP systems; familiarity with Visual and Tagetik desired
* Experience in regulated industries (defense, aerospace, government contracting) preferred
Skills & Competencies
* Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise
* High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing deadlines
* Effective communicators across organizational and cultural boundaries
* Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop staff
* Hands-on, solutions-oriented mindset suitable for a mid-sized organization
Summary
The Materials Supervisor plans, organizes and monitors the Production supplier parts including Supplier onboarding, Contract set up (PO), releases, receiving, inventory management, storage and distribution of all items, ensuring a smooth and consistent operation so parts and supplies are located and distributed to proper departments in an effective, efficient and safe manner as required to satisfy internal and external customer requirements.
Core Competencies
- Communication
- Energy and Stress
- Team Work
- Time Management
- Creative and Innovative Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Accountability and Dependability
- Research and Analysis
- Decision Making and Judgement
- Planning and Organizing
- Ethics and Integrity
- Mathematical Reasoning
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Conflict Management
- Inventory Management
- Customer Focus (Internal & External)
Job Duties
- Ensure that the materials department is in compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations and other company-related policies and procedures.
- Responsible for supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable legislation.
- Supervise production suppliers with Materials Coordinators including planning all incoming raw materials, purchased components, packaging, sub-suppliers and Outside Services to support manufacturing and shipping requirements.
- Supervise and train Materials Coordinators.
- Coordinate all incoming logistics planning to ensure efficiency of manpower and floor space.
- Supervise inventory system and all inputs/outputs – lead as expert in the field, working with cross-departmental teams and the CMS System to troubleshoot inventory discrepancies, determine root causes, corrective actions and monitor inventory accuracy.
- Supervise all receiving activity, including training hourly employees as required, ensure CMS database accuracy.
- Develop and maintain cycle count schedule.
- Lead and coordinate the year-end inventory count.
- Key member of APQP team to support launch of new programs; engineering changes and/or volume changes.
- Lead for onboarding and setting up new vendors.
- Lead for setting up new production items, ensure all documentation is in place, maintaining all blanket Purchase orders, in CMS database. Work with Corporate purchasing to review and analyze submitted quotations, understand costing, negotiate with vendors.
- Lead for PFEP (Plan for every part), reporting to Manager on measured targets.
- Reporting on Monthly MP&L Key Targets, as assigned.
- General knowledge of PPAP, IATF, MMOG, ISO14001, SDS, CTPAT and Health & Safety requirements.
- Lead floor plan layout planning for all purchased and manufactured items including current and future mapping and coordination of changes.
- Lead to develop FIFO plan and tracking.
- Coordinate outbound shipments as required related to vendors/production.
- Track monthly supplier performance and report to Manager / summarize for month end reporting.
- Coordinate with the Accounting Department on resolving invoicing discrepancies.
- Coordinate with the Quality Department on supplier issues to protect production.
- Coordinate with Packaging Engineers as a liaison with suppliers for cost savings and continuous improvements projects.
- Perform Health and Safety inspections, as required.
- Keep up to date with system changes and training requirements related to job duties.
- Be on-call by cell phone after daytime office/shop hours.
- Ensures facility compliance with the Flex-N-Gate Materials Management Policy.
- Performs all other tasks as assigned by management.
Requirements
- B.S. or B.A. degree in business management, materials management or related field.
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in warehousing, receiving, shipping, inventory control or materials management in a manufacturing environment with 2 years of supervisory experience.
- Knowledge of environmental, health and safety regulations.
- Experience with ERP systems, specifically MRP modules.
- Strong PC experience; MS Excel - spreadsheets, charts, graphs, MS Word, MS PowerPoint- presentations, and systems applicable to work area (CMS, SpinFire, etc.)
- Knowledge of Import/Export Regulations.
- Knowledge of Basic Supply Chain Management to include master planning of resources, detailed scheduling and planning, and execution and control of operations.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills.
A prominent manufacturing company in the Metro Detroit area is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Designer to join their team. This is a direct hire position! The Senior Mechanical Designer is responsible for managing design engineering projects and supporting the planning and development of design capacities and capabilities at the company. This role involves overseeing mechanical design planning and implementation, ensuring compliance with specifications, codes, and job order requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Direct and coordinate mechanical design planning and implementation, ensuring compliance with specifications, codes, and job order requirements
- Create final designs of proposed drawings, checking dimensions, sizes, equipment lists, and specifications utilizing CAD software
- Provide expertise and guidance in identifying, analyzing, and resolving mechanical design problems
- Generate conceptual designs for assigned projects
- Maintain up-to-date mechanical engineering knowledge and stay informed about industry trends and best practices
- Collaborate with department supervisors to ensure the feasibility of designs and available resources to support them
- Direct, review, and approve project designs and manufacturing process planning
- Support the improvement of manufacturing capabilities and capacities
- Conduct designer performance reviews in accordance with HR policies
- Consult with clients to prepare project specifications
- Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Education Requirements: Technical diploma with a minimum of five years of management experience in a design engineering role.
- Preferred Education: Engineering degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering. P.Eng designation and PMP Designation are assets.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years in a related role.
Additional Skills/Software:
- Experience with automotive interior manufacturing equipment.
- Familiarity with automation and Robotics integration.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software.
- CAD software proficiency, including Catia CAD and SolidWorks CAD.
- Experience with MS Project and MS Visio.
Department: Office of Programs
Reports To: President
FLSA: Salary - Exempt
Prepared By: Human Resources
Prepared: December 2025
Position Overview
The Head of Programs for leading the office of programs consisting of the team responsible to implement projects from inception through the entire lifecycle. The Head of programs establishes the methodology and standardize processes to manage project and program data utilize in planning, execution, and delivery of defense-related projects from concept development through the entire product life cycle. This role oversees the individuals leading the implementation of projects. This person ensures cross-functional accountability to schedule, cost, technical, and quality performance while maintaining strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal cross-functional teams. The Head of Programs will provide process direction, monitor and develop project managers and work closely with engineering, manufacturing, finance, quality, and supply chain groups ensuring program success in a dynamic, small-company environment.
Key Responsibilities
Establish Standardized Program Management System
* Develop methods, procedures, tools, and data sharing necessary to meet program lifecycle objectives
* Assure project management continuity across all programs. Facilitate clear communication to stakeholders and oversee the planning coordination between departments.
Program Leadership & Execution
* Lead all phases of program management including planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and execution.
* Develop and maintain detailed program plans, Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), and performance metrics.
* Ensure all program requirements are met in accordance with contract, technical specifications, and regulatory standards.
Customer & Stakeholder Management
* Serve as primary point-of-contact for government customers and prime contractors.
* Assure continuity between company financial forecasts and program deliverables.
* Assure project managers compliance to FAR, DFAR, security and customer contract and security rules, regulations, and directives.
* Manage client expectations, provide regular program status updates, and support contract reviews, audits, and meetings (IPTs, PMRs, PDRs, CDRs, etc.).
* Build strong relationships to support long-term business growth.
Financial & Contract Management
* Assure project managers manage budgets, forecasts, cost tracking, and Earned Value Management (if applicable). Provide oversite and mentoring to develop the project managers and assure customer satisfaction.
* Identify scope changes, lead change proposal efforts, and ensure documentation aligns with FAR/DFARS standards.
* Ensure program profitability and alignment with business objectives.
Technical & Manufacturing Coordination
* Collaborate closely with engineering teams to translate customer requirements into actionable technical plans.
* Support manufacturing by coordinating technical data, production schedules, configuration management, and quality assurance needs.
* Monitor engineering and manufacturing progress, resolving issues that impact cost, schedule, or performance.
Risk Management & Compliance
* Manage the risk management process on programs.
* Assure issues are addressed in a timely manner.
* Ensure compliance with ITAR, export controls, security requirements, and company policies on all programs.
* Support internal and external audits as needed.
Qualifications
Required
* Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, or related field.
* 4+ years of program or project management experience in aerospace/defense, engineering, or manufacturing environments.
* Understanding of DoD program requirements, contracting (FAR/DFARS), and government customer expectations.
* Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
* Experience managing cross-functional technical teams.
* Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
Preferred
* PMP or DAU/Defense Acquisition credentials.
* Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM).
* Familiarity with manufacturing operations, configuration management, and quality systems (AS9100, ISO, etc.).
* Experience delivering hardware-based systems or components to defense customers.
Horstman Inc. US is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a government contractor. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Horstman seeks a Purchasing professional capable of enhancing and supervising the procurement team. The successful candidate will oversee the procurement and supplier management activities assuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials, components, and services while leveraging the global footprint of purchasing. This Supervisor ensures compliance with established group procurement policies, systems and procedures. This position demands a strategic thinker with strong understanding of supply chain and procurement processes, manufacturing demands, and the ability to achieve cost and timing objectives within the buys. This position is key to scheduling, material planning, supplier communication and negotiation, and integrating with other company functions.
Key Responsibilities
Establish Standardized Program Management System & Procurement Execution and Coordination
* Procurement Management and Supervision: Source, negotiate, and procure materials, components and services in accordance with project requirements, ensuring compliance to specification and defense regulations. Manage procurement and global transportation.
* Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, fostering partnerships that ensure the reliability, quality and competitiveness of our supply base.
* Contract Negotiation: Negotiate terms, conditions and pricing with suppliers to secure best possible agreement while mitigating risks and ensuring adherence to budget.
* Supply Chain Optimization: Continuously evaluate and improve the supply chain processes, identifying opportunities for cost savings, efficiency improvements and risk mitigation strategies.
* Market Analysis: Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends, pricing and availability of materials and components.
* Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with industry regulations, Governmental procurement and security requirements, local and global company policies while maintaining accurate records and documentation.
* Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Engineering, Project Management, Cost Estimation, Quality Assurance, Group Purchasing, Global Commodity Management and other teams to align procurement strategies with project goals and timelines.
* Risk Management: Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring continuity and reliable supply
* Systemization: Assure data integrity of supply chain data within the MRP system and support continued enhancement of the system to support efficiency gains.
* Team Supervision: Supervise the daily operations of the sourcing team. Provide mentoring and skill development to the Purchasing team of 1-4 people. Collaborate with the office of Programs, Operations to assure manufacturing paperwork is available as required, and quality to support smooth flow of material, on schedule and within budget. Understand principals of estimating and be able to supervise individuals in estimating.
Skills:
* Strong negotiation and contract management skills
* Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making abilities
* Experience in procurement software, tools, MRP systems
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Ability to work within a multi-national defense company with a multicultural, global customer base.
* Understands mechanical drawing nomenclature and has familiarity with engineering terminology
* Understanding of raw materials and manufacturing processes
* Understanding of cross border supply chain and logistics
* Ability to carry out supplier audits
* Detail oriented and organized with the ability to set directions for the team
* Positive attitude with a commitment to continuous improvement
* Ability to drive results and self-motivated
* Understanding of the requirements of US Defense import/export restrictions (ITAR)
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field
* 4+ years of purchasing experience in the manufacturing aerospace/defense business
* In depth understanding of DoD program requirements, contracting, and government customer expectations.
* Experience with international suppliers and negotiating contracts.
* Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and understanding of production scheduling and estimating fundamentals.
* Knowledge of ITAR/EAR/export controls.
* Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills.
* MS Office application proficiency.
* Experience managing cross-functional technical teams.
* Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
* Comfortable with communication to all organizational levels.
* Direct experience negotiating with suppliers.
Preferred Qualification
* Certifications such as MCIPS, CPSM, CPM, or CPIM or equivalent professional qualification combined with demonstratable experience in procurement-related positions
* Experience in a small-business environment where cross-functional coordination is critical.
* Holds a valid driver's license
* Manufacturing and inventory management
* Ability to travel internationally
* In depth understanding of VISUAL ERP
* Familiarity with manufacturing operations, configuration management, and quality systems (AS9100, ISO, etc.).