Supply chain engineer

pImagine being in a place where engineering meets procurement, shaping how high-performance aerospace hardware goes from drawing board to production floor. As a Procurement 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. /pbrVaardigheden, ervaring, kwalificaties: als u de juiste match bent voor deze functie, zorg er dan voor dat u vandaag nog solliciteert.brpAt 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. /pbrWhat You’ll Dobrullibr/liliAct as the technical authority within the procurement team evaluating suppliers based on manufacturing capability aerospace standards and production maturitybr/liliWork hands on with suppliers during part development and industrialization ensuring designs are robust manufacturable and ready for series productionbr/liliReview and challenge manufacturing processes tooling choices materials and tolerances to optimize cost quality and lead timebr/liliTranslate engineering drawings specifications and requirements into clear actionable supplier documentationbr/liliSupport make or buy decisions by assessing technical feasibility production risks and cost driversbr/liliLead technical discussions with suppliers during RFQs supplier selection and contract award phasesbr/liliDrive cost reduction initiatives through design for manufacturability value engineering and process optimizationbr/liliCollaborate closely with design engineering production quality and supply chain teams to align technical and commercial objectivesbr/li /ulbrWhat You’ll NeedbrMust-Havebrullibr/liliEngineering degree in mechanical aerospace industrial or a related fieldbr/lili5+ years of experience in manufacturing environments with direct exposure to production and industrialization.br/liliProven track record working with suppliers on technical topics including manufacturing processes materials and cost optimizationbr/liliStrong ability to read interpret and challenge technical drawings specifications and tolerancesbr/liliDeep understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining sheet metal composites or assemblybr/liliExperience supporting supplier qualification audits first article inspections and production ramp upsbr/liliAbility to identify cost drivers and lead design for manufacturability and value engineering initiativesbr/liliComfortable leading technical discussions with suppliers and internal stakeholdersbr/liliExperience working in regulated environments with strict quality and documentation requirementsbr/liliStrong problem-solving skills with a hands‑on mindset in production driven settingsbr/liliEnglish and Dutch fluency since it’s our working language.br/li /ulbrWho You ArebrpYou 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. /pbrWhy Join Us?brullibr/lili The Thrill of the Future – Work on cutting‑edge projects that redefine aerospace.br/lili Global Innovation Hub – Collaborate with top engineers from all over the world.br/lili Fast-Paced High-Growth – Experience the rush of working in a rapidly expanding company.br/lili Real Impact – Your work won’t be theoretical—it will shape the future of flight.br/li /ulbrpbDestinus is an equal‑opportunity employer. We value diversity in our companies and our teams and do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, color, country of origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status. /b /pbrpb Destinus – Challenge the limits of time, space, and human potential. /b /pbrpbSecurity screening is an integral component of the selection process, ensuring that candidates meet the organization’s security standards and safeguarding against potential risks. xgiwjmb /b /pbrpbProviding a Certificate of Conduct (VOG) is a standard part of the application process at Destinus. /b /pbr