Supply Chain Lead
Core
Drive strategic supply network development and cost management for an autonomous air vehicle (AAV) product portfolio across its lifecycle.
Role type
Senior Supply Chain Lead (Defense/Aerospace)
Builds
Autonomous air vehicle systems and components
Domain
Defense technology / Aerospace / High-tech manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Supplier selection, strategic sourcing, cost engineering, BOM management, value-stream mapping, component qualification, supplier development, early supplier engagement, high-mix low-volume production management
Preferred skills
Electronics and/or mechanical device design experience, startup environment experience
Technologies
Lattice OS, 3D command and control systems
Responsibilities
Conduct supplier selection leveraging approved lists; Partner with suppliers on concept scoping, feature trade-offs, and should-cost models; Drive manufacturing BOM consolidation and production ramp; Manage CAPEX throughout New Product Introduction (NPI); Optimize supply network lead time via value-stream mapping; Complete BOM risk assessments and alternate sourcing; Ensure component qualifications ahead of production; Lead cost engineering to maximize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO); Manage ad-hoc cost issues like tariffs and inflation.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC