Project Engineer - Supplier Technical Management

ppbTXT e-Tech /b, part of the TXT Group, is looking for bProject Engineer /b positions to join one of our clients for the bAerospace Aviation /b division. /p pReporting to the Engineering Manager - Core Platform Integration, the included figures will be independently responsible for overseeing the technical deliverables and performance of a portfolio of assigned suppliers (LSSI), typically on domains such as Propulsion, G2E. Additionally, they will manage the daily technical interface between suppliers and Procurement, chair delivery reviews around their own perimeter, and conduct technical risk analyses, bringing to the attention of senior figures the critical issues impacting program milestones. Finally, they will contribute to the evolution of supplier technical management processes and tools. /p h3Main responsibilities /h3 ul liEnsure the technical interface between customer and assigned suppliers for delivery performance, in coordination with the relevant Engineering Managers; /li liAutonomously coordinate and monitor the delivery commitments of the suppliers in your portfolio (schedule, logistics readiness, capacity alignment), alongside the team's junior resources, /li liPrepare and conduct periodic technical performance reviews, ensuring follow-up of open actions until closure; /li liManage and report on the status of suppliers with respect to technical KPIs (OTDs, responsiveness, escalation), producing reporting for program management; /li liIdentify current and emerging delivery risks, define mitigation plans, and verify their effectiveness with suppliers and internal stakeholders; /li liActivate and manage the first-level escalation, preparing the technical elements to support the escalations towards management; /li liPreside over the continuity of the supply chain from a technical point of view, managing early-warning signals and contributing to recovery planning; /li liEnsure coordination between supplier and Engineering Manager as points of contact for the technical authority; /li liKeep internal and external stakeholders informed about schedule changes, capabilities, and related program impacts; /li liContribute to the continuous improvement of supply technical management processes, templates and tools. /li /ul h3Required technical skills /h3 ul li3-5 years of experience in supplier/vendor technical management, program/project engineering, industrialization or technical supply chain, preferably in Aerospace Defense or related regulated sectors; /li liDirect and documentable experience in the operational management of a supplier portfolio (delivery monitoring, review, criticality management); /li liKnowledge of technical procurement processes and supplier contractual dynamics; /li liMastery of supplier performance KPIs (OTDs, responsiveness, escalation) and risk management processes; /li liAbility to independently manage meetings and reviews with internal and external technical interlocutors; /li liExcellent knowledge of written and spoken English (the program's working language). /li /ul h3Nice to have /h3 ul liExperience on international multi-partner programmes or in joint venture / consortium contexts Knowledge of the relevant technical domains (propulsion, power generation and distribution systems, avionics, mechanical systems); /li liFamiliarity with industry quality regulations and systems (EN/AS 9100, ISO 9001) and with FAI and supplier qualification processes; /li liExperience in structured problem solving (8D, RCA, Ishikawa) applied to non-compliance or supply delays Notions of Lean / Six Sigma applied to the supply chain (Green Belt certification as plus); /li liAbility to read and interpret technical documentation (specifications, drawings, BOM, configuration requirements); /li liSupplier-side capacity and production planning experience Knowledge of ERP/MRP (SAP, Oracle) and supplier performance management tools; /li liMastery of project risk management tools (MS Project, Primavera, Jira) and reporting tools (Advanced Excel, Power BI); /li liFirst experience of supporting or mentoring junior resources;br/Knowledge of additional consortium languages (Japanese, English as advanced L2 already covered); /li liCertifications in project or supply chain management (PMP, PRINCE2, APICS/ASCM CPIM-CSCP) considered a plus; /li liFamiliarity with contexts subject to export control regulations and security/no-obstacle requirements. /li /ul h3Soft skills /h3 ul libOperational autonomy /b: the ability to manage one's supplier perimeter without supervision, but knowing when to scale up /li libOwnership and accountability: /b a sense of responsibility for the delivery results of one's portfolio, not just the assigned tasks; /li libCommunication and stakeholder management /b: effectiveness in translating technical content for different audiences (supplier, Engineering, Procurement, Program Management, client), into Italian and English; /li libProactive problem solving /b: oriented towards anticipating problems through early-warning signal, with solution proposals already trained; /li libOrganizing and managing priorities /b: simultaneous control of multiple suppliers and workstreams; /li libAdaptability /b: Flexibility with respect to scenario changes on schedules, capabilities and program priorities. /li /ul h3Education /h3 pBachelor's and/or Master's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electronic, Management or related Engineering. /p h3Logistics /h3 pTurin, moving to customer premises in the United Kingdom from 2027. /p h3Why choose TXT GROUP /h3 ul libCareer opportunities /b in a rapidly growing and profoundly changing company, with international staff; /li libTraining on topics /b related to the activity carried out;br/bCorporate Benefits /b (health insurance, welfare, Ticket Restaurant, discounts as a group employee). /li liThe contract offered for this position is permanent and the expected salary for this position is between EUR 33,000 € and EUR 37,000 € gross per year; /li liThe framework will be defined during the selection phase based on the profile and in application of the Metalworking CCNL. /li /ul pThis position is open to applicants of all genders in accordance with Italian Legislative Decree 198/2006. The company promotes equal opportunities and values diversity in all its forms. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr