Supply Chain Engineer

Roles and Responsibilities

As the Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of space-grade hardware procurement, from raw materials for optical payloads to sophisticated electronic components.

• Strategic Sourcing: Identify and vet global and domestic vendors capable of providing MIL-spec, ESCC-qualified, and COTS+ components for space missions.
• End-to-End Procurement: Manage the procurement of long-lead items for optical systems (specialized glass, sensors) and high-reliability electronics (FPGAs, ASICs).
• Trade Compliance & Logistics: Navigate the complexities of ITAR, EAR, and Indian export-import regulations. Ensure seamless customs clearance for sensitive high-tech equipment. Manage documentation for DGFT-SCOMET, ITAR, REACH and customs requirements
• Supplier Quality & Audits: Collaborate with the QA/QC team to conduct supplier audits, ensuring vendors adhere to cleanroom standards and space-grade manufacturing protocols.
• Inventory & Risk Management: Develop risk mitigation strategies for "single-source" components and manage inventory levels to align with aggressive payload integration timelines.
• Contract Negotiation: Lead negotiations for pricing, lead times, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with global semiconductor and optical system manufacturers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Supply Chain/Industrial Engineering is preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in electronics sourcing/supply chain of EEE parts, preferably in space, aerospace, defense, or high-reliability hardware industries.

Preferred Candidate will have:

• Supply chain experience in space/defense industry, MIL/ESA/ISRO standards, component heritage, and demonstrated screening/qualification documentation
• Experience in ERP implementations (ERPNext, Odoo, Zoho, SAP or equivalent), BOM management, long-lead planning.
• Working knowledge of ITAR, DGFT-SCOMET, and customs documentation for import/export of aerospace-grade hardware.
• Excellent communication, coordination and documentation skills for cross-functional and supplier-facing interactions.
• Familiarity with international procurement, INCOTERMS
• Proven track record in vendor development, procurement, and supplier audits for aerospace or defense-grade components.
• Strong organizational skill to anticipate, plan, organize and self-monitor workload.

Good to have:

• Extensive knowledge of space-grade and high-reliability electronic components.
• Awareness of up-screening protocols for COTS components used in space environments.
• Knowledge on APQP and PPAP deliverables.
• Fair idea on PLM/PMS (product design and development - mass production).
• Experience working in a fast-paced "NewSpace" startup or a Tier-1 aerospace supplier.
• 2+ years using MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point).
• Able to travel (domestic and international) 5% - 10%

Benefits

• Medical Health Cover for you and your family including unlimited online doctor consultations.
• We believe family comes first. That’s why we offer Maternity, Paternity, Marriage and Bereavement Leave, so you can be there when it matters most.
• We ensure every member of the team gets an opportunity to participate at international events and conferences.
• Access to mental health experts for you and your family.
• Dedicated allowances for learning and skill development.

Interview Process:

• Introductory call
• Panel Interview rounds ( 3 rounds)
• Culture Round / HR round

No of positions: 1 Expected Month of Joining - Immediate