Product Sourcing Engineer (Batteries/Energy/Etc..)
Core
Drives supply network development and cost management for energy storage and power systems, specifically battery systems, across their lifecycles.
Role type
Senior Product Sourcing Engineer (Energy/Batteries)
Builds
Reliable, high-performance energy solutions for autonomous maritime and maneuver dominance platforms.
Domain
Defense technology / Energy storage / Battery systems
Required skills
Supplier selection and engagement, Battery pack design and development, Cost engineering and TCO analysis, Value-stream mapping, BOM risk assessment, Compliance with military specifications, Supplier quality audits, Raw material volatility management, Component qualification testing
Preferred skills
Advanced sourcing activities, Battery supplier development, Next-generation battery technology engagement, Cell-to-pack integration, High-reliability energy system development, Geopolitical supply chain knowledge, Alternative energy technologies expertise, Battery test equipment familiarity
Technologies
Lithium-ion chemistries, Battery Management Systems (BMS), MIL-STD, UN 38.3, Solid-state batteries, Fuel cells, Supercapacitors
Responsibilities
Conduct supplier selection for battery packs and energy components, Partner with suppliers to accelerate product development via concept scoping and trade-off analysis, Drive development of manufacturing BOMs and manage CAPEX, Conduct value-stream mapping to optimize supply network lead time, Complete component qualifications including cell validation and safety testing, Lead cost engineering activities to converge cost curves, Manage ad-hoc cost issues including tariffs and material volatility, Reduce complexity through component rationalization and standardization, Stay current on emerging battery technologies and regulatory requirements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
