Radiant Industries
Strategic Sourcing Manager
El Segundo, CA · Contract
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 6 days ago
Supply ChainProcess ImprovementProcurementERPHRISOnboardingResearchCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving
About the role
- R&D & New Technology Sourcing: Research and evaluate emerging manufacturing technologies and processes (e.g., additive manufacturing, novel joining/forming methods) that could unlock new sourcing pathways or de-risk critical components.
- New parts/technologies moved through qualification and into reliable production delivery.
- Supplier capability assessments and vetting documentation supporting sourcing decisions.
Responsibilities
- Radiant is an El Segundo, CA-based startup building the world's first mass-produced, portable nuclear microreactors.
- Radiant's unique, practical approach to nuclear development leverages modern software engineering to rapidly deliver safe, factory-built microreactors that use existing, well-qualified materials.
- Partner with Engineering to interpret drawings, specifications, and material requirements, and translate them into supplier search criteria - matching part complexity, tolerances, materials, and process needs to real supplier capability.
- Own the end-to-end onboarding process for new suppliers - from first contact through NDA, capability review, and entry into Radiant's approved supplier base.
- Once a supplier/part is qualified, manage the transition into steady-state delivery - issuing and managing purchase orders, tracking schedule, resolving early production issues, and ensuring a smooth handoff toward on-time, recurring delivery.
- Support Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities with suppliers as issues arise, coordinating with SDEs and Quality to drive timely resolution and closure.
- You will work closely with Engineering, Supplier Development Engineers (SDEs), Quality Assurance, and Operations to build Radiant's supplier ecosystem from the ground up.
- Onboarding: Own the end-to-end onboarding process for new suppliers - from first contact through NDA, capability review, and entry into Radiant's approved supplier base.
- Supplier RCCA Support: Support Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities with suppliers as issues arise, coordinating with SDEs and Quality to drive timely resolution and closure.
- A growing pipeline of qualified, capable suppliers matched to Radiant's evolving design needs.
Requirements
- 3-8 years of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier development, or new product introduction, preferably within manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or energy sectors.
- Experience in the nuclear energy, aerospace, or defense industries, or working with nuclear codes and standards (NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, ASME BPVC Section III & VIII).
- Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100) and their role in supplier qualification.
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Strong track record of identifying and qualifying new suppliers, particularly for complex or low-volume/high-mix components.
- Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and standard office software.
- Ability and willingness to travel to supplier locations for capability assessments and audits (up to 20%-40% depending on program phases).
- Desired Qualifications &
- Familiarity with additive manufacturing, precision machining, forming, or specialty material processing.
- Experience conducting supplier audits, facility assessments, or first article inspections.
- Understanding of DFARS/ITAR-relevant sourcing constraints for regulated industries.
Compensation
- Total Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
- Assist with placing purchase orders and monitoring purchase order health (open PO aging, delivery status, discrepancy resolution) as needed to support program timelines.
- 100% top tier plan coverage + 50% for dependents.
- Voluntary life, accident, hospital, critical illness, commuter and FSA/HSA are offered as employee contributed benefits.
- 8-weeks of paid parental leave for all parents.
- Additional paid pregnancy leave for CA employees.
- Flexible PTO policy.
Company info
- recruiting@radiantnuclear.com.
- We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls.
- Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.
- Founded in 2020, Radiant is on track to test its first reactor at the Idaho National Laboratory this summer, with initial customer deliveries beginning in 2028.
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