Supply Chain Value Engineer

Protecting What Matters. Powering the Future of Naval Technology. Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms, our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the world's most complex environments.As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we continue to push boundaries-driven by innovation, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence.Join us as we shape the future of naval warfare-safeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.Nationality Requirements Due to the nature of the programs we support, certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.Position SummaryYour Mission: Unleash the Supply Chain Our Warfighters DeserveAt Ultra Maritime, your job is national defense.Every process you improve, every design you optimize, and every bottleneck you remove plays a direct role in helping our Navy detect, track, and neutralize undersea threats. You won't just be visiting suppliers - you'll be unlocking the manufacturing capability that makes our most advanced anti-submarine warfare (ASW) systems possible.This is your opportunity to put your passion for manufacturing excellence to work - helping us efficiently deliver the most critical undersea defense systems in the world.Job DescriptionWho You AreYou're not just an engineer - you're a value creator. You are:Hands-On - You believe value is unlocked at Gemba, not behind a deskTechnically Credible - Engineers, operators, and suppliers trust your judgment because you speak their languageBiased Towards Action - You act decisively, escalate early, and take ownership for progress rather than waiting for consensus or perfect information.Value-Oriented - You see waste instinctively, understand cost drivers, and know how process choices become P&L impactA Bridge Builder - You connect engineering intent with manufacturing reality and make both sides betterMission-Driven - You care deeply about doing work that matters. You thrive in a high-integrity environment where what you do protects livesWhat You'll DoLead value-engineering initiatives with suppliers and engineering to remove cost, improve manufacturability, and right-size tolerances without sacrificing performanceApply Lean, Six Sigma, Theory of Constraints, and PDCA principles to optimize supplier processes, throughput, and material flowDrive robust problem solving using A3, DMAIC, value stream mapping, fishbone diagrams, 5-Whys, Pareto analysis, FMEA, and statistical toolsServe as the primary liaison between Ultra Maritime engineering and suppliers on questions of manufacturability, process capability, and specification influenceTravel to supplier sites to observe processes first-hand, identify constraints, and drive sustainable improvementManage and optimize supplier-side tooling, fixtures, and capital investmentsAssess and right-size supplier capacity across the value stream to meet current production demands and support future program growthPartner with Supplier Quality Engineers to ensure systemic improvement- without duplicating defect containment ownershipDeliver measurable results in cost reduction, lead time compression, and supply chain reliabilitySuccess in this role is measured through realized cost-out, improved manufacturability, reduced lead times, increased supplier throughput, and sustained delivery performance.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field7+ years of experience in supplier development, manufacturing engineering, operations, or continuous improvementDemonstrated success leading cost-out, value engineering, and supplier performance improvement initiativesDeep understanding of manufacturing processes, GD&T, tolerancing, and production economicsPractical experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, TOC, PDCA, and structured problem-solving methodologiesExperience in defense, aerospace, or other regulated manufacturing environments preferredWillingness to travel regularly to supplier locations#LI-KP1#LI-OnsiteWhat Ultra Maritime Offers YouAt Ultra Maritime, we invest in our employees and their well-being:Climate controlled, well-lit and clean work environment!Work/life balance that includes up to 3 weeks PTO for first year8 Paid Holidays, with 3 floating holidays401k Plan with Company MatchEducational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)Wellness Program and incentivesCompany HSA contributionsInsurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hireEligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annuallyAdditional Employee Discounts and PerksCompany-Paid Benefits:$75 monthly student loan repayment programBasic Life InsuranceBasic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) InsuranceShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:Medical and Prescription insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceSupplemental Life Insurance PlansSupplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and FamilyAccident PlanCritical Illness PlanHospital Indemnity PlanPet InsuranceIdentity TheftReasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Equal Opportunity EmployerUltra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair, respectful, and inclusive, and we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.As a U.S. defense contractor, Ultra Maritime maintains strict standards related to integrity, compliance, and security.We operate a drug-free workplace and, where permitted by law, may conduct pre-employment background checks and substance-abuse screening based on role requirements.Company: Ultra Maritime #MAR