About Mach Industries

Founded in 2022 Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing nextgeneration autonomous defense platforms. At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 120 employees we operate with startup agility and ambition.

Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cuttingedge manufacturing innovation at speed and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security.

The Role

Mach Industries is seeking a strategic Global Supply Manager Avionics to lead the sourcing planning and execution of all supply chain activities related to avionics systems for our platforms. This role is responsible for developing and implementing category strategies managing supplier performance and ensuring the timely delivery of flightcritical components across all phases of production. The ideal candidate will bring deep knowledge of avionics hardware strong crossfunctional collaboration skills and a proven ability to navigate regulatory requirements while optimizing cost quality and lead time in a fastpaced defense environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the endtoend supply chain strategy and execution for all avionics systems including flight computers sensors navigation units communication hardware and power distribution components.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Avionics Supply Chain Strategy managing a specialized vendor base to optimize value performance and longterm partnerships.

• Identify and onboard new suppliers to address capability or capacity gaps and establish preferred suppliers for assigned categories.

• Collaborate crossfunctionally with Engineering Program Management and Procurement to ensure timely sourcing qualification and delivery of avionics components aligned with program milestones.

• Become technically fluent in the engineering and manufacturing processes of avionics hardware to provide designforprocurement feedback and support designforsupplychain initiatives.

• Own initial demand planning and forecasting for avionics components across development lowrate initial production (LRIP) and ramping production phases.

• Assist in the management of MRP inputs and BOM accuracy to ensure supply visibility and alignment with enterprise systems.

• Conduct comprehensive supply chain assessments to support material readiness through all production phases including development qualification rampup and sustainment.

• Develop categoryspecific sourcing strategies to mitigate risk reduce cost and achieve departmental targets such as payment terms cash flow and cost savings.

• Drive supplier accountability for performance including quality cost and ontime delivery; manage open orders resolve supply issues and triage supplier nonconformances (NCRs).

• Negotiate contracts in collaboration with legal and compliance teams ensuring alignment with ITAR EAR NDAA and other regulatory frameworks.

• Monitor and report on supply chain health using KPIs and implement supplier performance improvement programs.

• Conduct benchmarking market analysis and quantitative assessments to guide sourcing decisions and optimize procurement outcomes.

• Streamline purchasing operations by reducing transactional volume and resolving blocked invoices.

• Drive and assist in the development of advanced supply chain processes that elevate the overall organization.

• Support broader supply chain activities beyond avionics including sourcing procurement and material planning for nonavionics hardware as needed to meet overall program objectives.

• Provide regular briefings to leadership on avionics supply chain performance risks and mitigation strategies.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Supply Chain/Operations Management Business or equivalent. (10 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.)

• 5 years of supply chain experience with a focus on electronics or avionics systems.

• Proven experience in supplier management sourcing strategy and contract negotiation.

• Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and demand planning processes.

• Familiarity with defense industry compliance requirements including ITAR EAR and NDAA a plus.

• Ability to interpret complex BOMs and collaborate with engineering on designforprocurement initiatives.

• Excellent communication problemsolving and crossfunctional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain management for unmanned systems robotics or aerospace applications.

• Deep expertise in avionics hardware including flight computers sensors and communication systems.

• Handson experience with supplier qualification and performance management in a defense or highreliability environment.

• Advanced knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as ITAR EAR and NDAA with a track record of ensuring compliance.

• Proficiency in advanced supply chain analytics and optimization tools.

• Experience supporting rapid production ramps and scalable manufacturing operations.

Disclosures

This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offers may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience education and training critical skills and business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in most offers and are considered part of Machs total compensation package. Mach offers benefits such as health insurance retirement plans and opportunities for professional development.

Mach is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race color creed religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin disability uniform service Veteran status age or any other protected characteristic per federal state or local law including those with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. If youd like to defend the American way of life please reach out!

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