Epicor Kinetic Implementation Lead We are seeking an entrepreneurial, strategic engineer to own the end-to-end implementation of Epicor Kinetic. This is a high-visibility, "player-coach" role where you will work side-by-side with senior executives daily. You won't just maintain a system. You will architect an agile, secure operational blueprint. You will take total ownership of security architecture, cross-functional modules, and advanced reporting infrastructure. This is a pivotal infrastructure launch at a high-growth aerospace and defense manufacturer. Frequent onsite collaboration at our Indiana facility is required during the first year. This stabilizes into a balanced 50/50 hybrid model as systems mature and move into multi-site operations.

Key Responsibilities Implementation:

Command the end-to-end scoping, data migration, configuration, and deployment of Epicor Kinetic from scratch.

Executive Advisory:

Partner daily with C-suite executives to translate aggressive business goals and modular scaling milestones into real-time ERP architecture.

Advanced Compliance & Security Automation:

Integrate and optimize our cybersecurity compliance extension to manage Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), First Article Inspection (FAI) tracking, and continuous audit readiness.

Cross-Functional Blueprinting:

Map and configure core modules spanning Operations (MRP, MES, Advanced Scheduling, Inventory) and Finance (General Ledger, AP/AR, Cost Accounting).

BI & Data Visibility:

Build mission-critical Business Activity Queries (BAQs), Business Process Methods (BPMs), custom dashboards, and SSRS reports to give leadership instant, data-driven insights.

Required Qualifications Epicor Expertise:

5+ years of hands-on experience with Epicor ERP, including recent deployment or heavy operational optimization using Epicor Kinetic.

Startup-Mindset Technical Mastery:

Proven track record in resource-constrained, fast-growing environments. You must provide real-world examples of building robust BAQs, BPMs, and custom dashboards from scratch, and of adapting system architecture on the fly to support rapid manufacturing scale.

Aerospace & Defense Compliance:

Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and of configuring ERP environments to enforce

ITAR, CMMC

L2, AS9100D, and NADCAP standards.

Continuous Audit Readiness:

Experience configuring systems and maintaining data tracking to pass recurring aerospace and defense compliance audits, alongside DCAA and DCMA requirements.

Financial & Operational Fluency:

Strong grasp of aerospace manufacturing finance (cost accounting, project billing) and shop floor operations.

Location & Travel:

Ability to work onsite in Indiana frequently during Year 1 (up to 3-4 days a week during critical launch phases), stabilizing into a structured 50/50 hybrid schedule.

Citizenship:

Due to ITAR and defense contracting regulations, US citizenship is required.

References:

Professional references detailing past implementation success are required.

Preferred Experience Scalable Kinetic Experience:

Prior experience with Epicor Kinetic in the aerospace and defense sector through phases of modular growth, from early-stage company to multi-site operations.

Compliance Layer Experience:

Direct experience implementing an ERP-integrated compliance layer to automate defense-grade security, access controls, and FAI tracking.

Pay:

$68,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in West Lafayette, IN 47906