# Strategic Sourcing Manager - Mechanical (R5858)

Hiring organization: [Shield AI](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/shield-ai)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/b45ab9de-be69-4df6-8efb-4cd33189eca0

Listed on Shield AI's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Mid
- Location: Seattle, WA
- Salary: 130000 – 200000 USD per year

## Summary

This role leads sourcing and supplier management for critical mechanical components in aerospace and defense applications, including airframes, precision machined parts, and engine systems. It suits someone with aerospace or defense supply-chain experience who can manage complex negotiations, build long-term supplier relationships, and navigate the security-clearance requirements of defense contracting.

_Our summary, not Shield AI's wording._

## Skills named

Procurement, Quality Management, Supplier Management

## Required

- Strong aerospace or defense sourcing experience
- Ability to manage complex, flight-critical suppliers independently
- Capacity to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearance

Apply on Shield AI's site: https://jobs.lever.co/shieldai/7533928c-9ed8-4c22-bda4-ba450fd4ce9a/apply