Supply Chain Compliance Manager

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.

Job Description

The Supply Chain Compliance Manager is a key part of the Supply Chain team which represents multiple locations across the continental United States and supports all EBAD market segments. This position shall oversee and ensure full compliance with federal, state and commercial regulations as they pertain to supply chain activities within our aerospace and defense manufacturing operations.

• Responsible for ensuring adherence to government contracting requirements (e.g., CPSR, FAR/DFARS), commercial standards, small business and internal policies while supporting procurement strategies and supply chain management.
• Develop, implement, maintain and certify procurement compliance procedures and controls.
• Assist in drafting and revising procurement and compliance policies to meet evolving regulatory standards.
• Lead training and company awareness on contractual requirements, federal regulations, and the small business subcontracting program.
• The Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO) - Manage and champion the company's small business subcontracting program with Supply Chain Managers/Buyers and other applicable cross functional teams to meet annual SBLO sourcing objectives, align with sourcing strategies, address customer requests, and ensures compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other applicable federal regulations.
• Conduct internal audits of procurement processes and documentation for compliance.
• Support regulatory audits and assessments by government agencies or third-party auditors.
• Review and validate supplier certifications (e.g., small business status, ITAR, cybersecurity compliance).
• Support the contract and subcontract flow-down of applicable clauses to suppliers and ensure documentation accuracy.
• Assisting with source selection processes to ensure regulatory compliance and small business subcontracting is a key factor in decision-making.
• Work with supply chain management teams to identify and mitigate compliance risks in the supply base.
• Ensure supplier vetting processes align with trade compliance, cybersecurity (e.g., NIST SP 800-171/CMMC), and ethical sourcing standards.
• Support reporting obligations for procurement under government contracts (e.g., EEO, anti-trafficking, conflict minerals).

Requirements:

• The Candidate must have a BA/BS degree preferably in Supply Chain Management, Law or Business.
• 5+ years of experience in regulatory compliance procurement or quality within a government contracting or aerospace/defense environment.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR, CPSR, and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with government and commercial purchasing systems, procurement audit practices, and contract lifecycle management.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., IFS, SAP, Costpoint) and procurement compliance tools.
• Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) contracts and reporting requirements.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 / AS9100 quality standards.
• Experience interfacing with federal agencies or prime contractors on small business initiatives.
• Direct experience managing or supporting a Small Business Subcontracting Program under FAR/DFARS regulations.
• Strong understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
• Familiarity with eSRS (Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System) and other reporting tools.
• Certifications such as CPCM, CFCM, CPSM or related government contracting certifications are preferred.
• Experience supporting Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR) is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements for suppliers is preferred.
• Understanding of Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing practices
• Strong skills in MS Windows - Excel, Word, Power-point and MS Project.
• The candidate must be detail orientated, ability to multi-task and have excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Excels in a dynamic, changeable work environment. Energetic and positive. Ability to work independently. Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to ensure compliance with a passion for being an advocate for the small business program.
• Must be willing to travel as needed (0-40%).

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.