SAIC · Reston, Virginia, US, US
Join SAIC as a Mechanical Procurement Engineer Sr. Principal to drive mission-critical engineering and procurement solutions for U.S. federal government clients. You’ll lead cross-functional teams, manage complex supply chains, and ensure on-time delivery of high-impact projects with active Secret clearance required.
About the Role
As a senior procurement engineer, you will manage supplier quality, coordinate logistics, and ensure compliance with government standards while influencing cross-functional teams without formal authority. This is a remote role with travel requirements and a competitive salary range of $120,001–$160,000.
What You Will Do
Lead procurement and engineering oversight for defense and aerospace programs.
Manage supplier quality activities including audits, corrective actions, and first article inspections.
Provide technical oversight of purchase orders and coordinate with logistics and procurement teams to ensure on-time delivery.
Create, implement, and audit processes to drive continuous improvement and establish KPIs.
Work with ERP and PLM systems (e.g., Aras, Windchill) to manage procurement and engineering data.
Influence cross-functional teams without formal authority to align on project goals.
Travel 20–30% of time to supplier facilities for vendor evaluations and manufacturing audits.
Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, FAR/DFARS, and ITAR regulations.
What We Are Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
12+ years of progressive experience in mechanical engineering, procurement engineering, or combination.
Experience supporting build-to-print and/or prototype manufacturing programs, preferably in DoD or defense contracting environment.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings, GD&T;, and Technical Data Packages (TDPs).
Experience managing engineering redlines, drawing updates, and revision control within a PLM environment.
Strong experience with procurement processes including RFP development, SOW writing, supplier negotiations, source selection, and contract execution.
Demonstrated experience providing technical oversight of purchase orders and coordinating with logistics and procurement teams to ensure on-time delivery.
Demonstrated experience in supplier quality activities such as audits, corrective actions, and first article inspections.
Working knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 quality management standards.
Experience identifying and mitigating supplier and supply chain risks.
Proven ability to create, implement, and audit processes, establish KPIs, and drive continuous improvement.
Working knowledge of ERP and PLM systems (e.g., Aras, Windchill).
Ability to influence without organizational authority and drive alignment across cross-functional teams.
Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
Willingness and ability to travel to supplier facilities for vendor evaluations, manufacturing process audits, and capacity and capability reviews.
Active Secret security clearance required.
Nice to Have
Experience in aerospace, defense, or government contracting environments with strong understanding of DoD program requirements and acquisition processes.
Familiarity with FAR/DFARS regulations and government procurement requirements.
Experience with Costpoint ERP system.
Proficiency in SolidWorks for reviewing and interpreting 3D models and engineering designs.
Professional certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or equivalent.
Experience supporting ITAR-controlled programs or working with export-controlled materials and technologies.
SAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.