Engineering Supply Chain Specialist

• Role: Engineering Supply Chain Specialist
• Department: Global Supply Chain & Logistics
• Location: Espoo, Finland
• Reports to Senior Supply Chain Manager
• Permanent position
• Working style: Hybrid
• Language: English
• Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

Why this role matters:

We are looking for a motivated and technically capable Engineering Supply Chain Specialist to join our fast-moving Global Supply Chain Organization in support of engineering. This role supports hardware development activities by coordinating sourcing, procurement, and material readiness for engineering teams developing complex electronic systems.

You will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to help ensure development builds stay on track amid evolving designs, supply variability, and changing schedules. The role requires adaptability, strong execution skills, and a solid understanding of electronics supply chains, including PCB manufacturing and hardware prototyping. You should be comfortable working in a dynamic environment and supporting multiple priorities under tight timelines.

Who We Are

ICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. This includes sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYE’s world-leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as access to data from the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation. These capabilities enable partners to detect and respond to critical changes anywhere on Earth with unprecedented speed and accuracy – day or night and in any weather, supported by ultra high-resolution imagery and high-frequency revisits.

As a trusted partner for defense, intelligence, security, and maritime domain awareness, ICEYE’s near real-time data creates a tactical advantage for mission-critical operations. Designed for dual use, the platform also serves civil protection and commercial users for natural-catastrophe intelligence, insurance, maritime monitoring (including oil-spill detection), and finance, contributing to global security and community resilience.

ICEYE is headquartered in Finland and operates globally across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. We have more than 900 employees, united by a shared vision: improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.

Requirements

Your day-to-day responsibilities:

High-Velocity Engineering Support

• Support electronics engineering teams working on multiple, fast-moving hardware development projects.
• Translate early-stage concepts, evolving BOMs, and engineering change updates into sourcing and procurement actions with guidance from senior team members as needed.
• Provide timely input to engineers on component availability, alternates, obsolescence risks, and quick-turn manufacturing options.
• Identify potential material or supply issues early and escalate risks while supporting workaround identification.
  

Rapid Sourcing & Procurement Execution

• Execute sourcing and procurement activities for electronic components, PCB fabrication, PCBA assembly, connectors, sensors, RF parts, embedded modules, and custom mechanical parts.
• Respond to BOM updates and design changes to help ensure prototype and pilot builds remain on schedule.
• Coordinate with approved suppliers to support quick-turn and small-batch production needs.
• Support identification and validation of alternative components or sourcing paths during shortages or supply disruptions.
  

Supplier Interaction & Technical Engagement

• Interface with electronics suppliers to collect information on lead times, manufacturing capabilities, DFM considerations, and expedited build options.
• Support technical and commercial assessments of PCB/PCBA vendors, machining partners, and component distributors.
• Assist with expediting manufacturing slots, shipments, and prototype orders under tight timelines, escalating constraints when required.
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, program management, and operations to support build readiness and issue resolution.
• Maintain visibility into prototype schedules, engineering changes, and material risks, providing regular status updates.
• Demonstrate a proactive execution mindset by following up on open items, clarifying uncertainties, and helping close gaps efficiently.

Agility, Risk Management & Continuous Improvement

• Track supply risks across assigned development programs and support mitigation actions.
• Maintain accurate sourcing documentation, cost tracking, and procurement data in ERP and related tools.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by supporting evaluation of new suppliers, sourcing channels, manufacturing partners, and tools.
  

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in electronics sourcing, component procurement, or engineering supply chain roles within hardware development environments.
• Working technical understanding of electronic components, PCB fabrication, PCBA assembly, embedded electronics, and prototyping workflows.
• Ability to operate effectively in dynamic environments with changing priorities and tight timelines.
• Experience reviewing electronic schematics, BOMs, AVL requirements, PCB stackups, and manufacturing documentation.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and engineering or project management tools.
• Clear communication skills and a structured, solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.
  

Nice-to-haves:

• Experience in R&D-focused hardware teams, startups, or fast-paced product development organizations.
• Familiarity with PCB/PCBA vendors, distributors, and electronics manufacturing partners.
• Certifications (APICS, PMP, Six Sigma) are a plus but not required.
• Exposure to rapid-prototyping suppliers, global component marketplaces, and digital sourcing tools.

Key Competences

In addition to the requirements above, we evaluate candidates on these key qualities throughout the hiring process:

• Intellectual Firepower: Rapidly comprehends, structures and synthesizes complex information, draws accurate conclusions, and communicates them with clarity.
• Passion & Work Ethic: Brings sustained motivation, resilience, and high personal standards to every challenge.
• Ownership & Action: Assumes full accountability for outcomes, acting decisively, and ensuring commitments are delivered.
• Team Player: Works collaboratively across teams, contributing to shared success, and engaging in constructive debate.
• Integrity & Growth Mindset: Operates with transparency and humility, learns from setbacks, and actively seeks opportunities to grow.

Application Process

• Call with our Talent Acquisition Partner
• Interview with the Hiring Manager
• Interview with the Director Global Supply Chain together with Hiring Manager (case study, ideally onsite)

Working at ICEYE

At ICEYE, you’ll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.

How We Work (Our Values)

• Make the impossible possible: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.

• Be curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the “why” behind decisions.
• See the big picture: Stay close to what’s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.
• Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.
• Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.
• Have fun: What we do matters—and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.

We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us—we’ll do our best to help.

Apply now to start your ICEYE journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about ICEYE and working with us at iceye.com.