Senior Process Sourcing Engineer
Core
Own end-to-end supplier lifecycle, architect cross-commodity sourcing strategies, and manage lifecycle cost for Advanced Effects electronics (PCBA focus) from concept to full-rate production.
Role type
Senior Process Sourcing Engineer (Electronics/Defense)
Builds
Mission-critical hardware supply network for Advanced Effects electronics portfolio
Domain
Defense technology / Advanced Effects electronics / PCBA manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features (supply chain architecture & cost models)
Required skills
Strategic supplier network development, lifecycle cost management, cross-commodity negotiation, New Product Introduction (NPI) acceleration, Bill of Materials (BOM) consolidation, value-stream mapping, dual-sourcing strategies, First Article Inspection (FAI) management, raw material index analysis, tooling investment management
Preferred skills
Early supplier engagement (pre-concept), design-for-supply-chain influence, high-mix low-to-medium volume scaling, injection molding expertise, metal casting expertise, component commonality optimization
Technologies
Lattice OS, SOWs, DFM tools, simulation software, cost modeling tools
Responsibilities
Lead global market discovery and technical qualification of manufacturing partners; Execute multi-million dollar negotiation strategies to maximize Total Cost of Ownership; Partner with Engineering/Quality to drive NPI velocity via concept scoping and design trade-offs; Manage CapEx budgets and optimize tool design for capacity scaling; Conduct BOM risk assessments and drive alternate component strategies; Proactively manage global supply economics including tariffs and logistics costs.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC