Supply Chain Engineer job opportunity at Destinus.



Date2026-01-14T17:40:36.955Z bot
Destinus Supply Chain Engineer
Experience: 5-years
Pattern: Full-time
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Imagine being in a place where engineering meets procurement, shaping how high-performance aerospace hardware goes from drawing board to production floor. As a Supply Chain Engineer at Destinus, you are not just sourcing parts, you are engineering the supply base. You work hands on with suppliers to make sure components are manufacturable cost efficient and ready to scale without compromising performance or quality. At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations What You’ll Do · Act as the technical authority within the procurement team evaluating suppliers based on manufacturing capability aerospace standards and production maturity · Work hands on with suppliers during part development and industrialization ensuring designs are robust manufacturable and ready for series production · Review and challenge manufacturing processes tooling choices materials and tolerances to optimize cost quality and lead time · Translate engineering drawings specifications and requirements into clear actionable supplier documentation · Support make or buy decisions by assessing technical feasibility production risks and cost drivers · Lead technical discussions with suppliers during RFQs supplier selection and contract award phases · Drive cost reduction initiatives through design for manufacturability value engineering and process optimization · Collaborate closely with design engineering production quality and supply chain teams to align technical and commercial objectives What You’ll Need Must-Have · Engineering degree in mechanical, aerospace, industrial or a related field · 5+ years of experience in manufacturing environments with direct exposure to production and industrialization. · Proven track record working with suppliers on technical topics including manufacturing processes materials and cost optimization · Strong ability to read interpret and challenge technical drawings specifications and tolerances · Deep understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining sheet metal composites or assembly · Experience supporting supplier qualification audits first article inspections and production ramp ups · Ability to identify cost drivers and lead design for manufacturability and value engineering initiatives · Comfortable leading technical discussions with suppliers and internal stakeholders · Experience working in regulated environments with strict quality and documentation requirements · Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on mindset in production driven settings · English and Dutch fluency since it's our working language. Who You Are You are an engineer with a strong production mindset. You understand how designs become real parts on the shop floor and you are comfortable challenging materials processes and tolerances to improve manufacturability cost and robustness. You enjoy working hands on with suppliers and internal teams taking ownership from prototype to series production in fast paced aerospace environments.  

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