Senior R&D Supply Chain Specialist

Role Highlights • Senior R&D Supply Chain Specialist • Global Supply Chain • Munich • Permanent Employment • Office/On-site based • Language: German ( native ) / English (B2 minimum) • Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required) Why this role matters: We are looking for a highly driven and technically proficient Senior R&D Supply Chain Specialist to join our fast-moving Global Supply Chain Organization in support of engineering. This role sits at the center of rapid hardware development, supporting engineering teams designing and building complex electronic systems under tight, shifting timelines. You will operate with a startup mindset—moving quickly, removing obstacles, identifying creative sourcing paths, and keeping development builds on track despite evolving designs, supply volatility, and aggressive schedules. You must be comfortable with ambiguity, thrive under pressure, and bring a deep understanding of electronics, PCB manufacturing, and hardware prototyping. Who We Are ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth. ICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system. ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future. Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. Expected Outcomes & Responsibilities High-Velocity Engineering Support • Serve as the hands-on supply chain counterpart for fast-paced electronics engineering teams working on multiple, rapidly evolving hardware projects. • Translate early-stage concepts, evolving BOMs, and mid-design changes into actionable sourcing steps with minimal delay. • Provide engineers with real-time insights on component availability, alternates, obsolescence, and quick-turn manufacturing options. • Identify supply issues before they become blockers and propose workaround paths immediately. Rapid Sourcing & Procurement Execution • Own sourcing and procurement for electronic components, PCB fabrication, PCBA assembly, connectors, sensors, RF parts, embedded modules, and custom mechanical parts. • React quickly to BOM updates and design pivots, securing materials that keep prototype and pilot builds moving with minimal downtime. • Manage relationships with agile suppliers capable of quick-turn, small-batch production. • Lead efforts to find alternative components or new supply paths within hours—not weeks—when shortages occur. Supplier Interaction & Technical Engagement • Work closely with electronics suppliers to understand lead time constraints, technical manufacturing capabilities, DFM implications, and opportunities for fast-track builds. • Support technical capability assessments of PCB/PCBA vendors, machining partners, and component distributors. • Negotiate accelerated manufacturing slots, expedite shipments, and secure prototypes under extremely compressed timelines. Cross-Functional Start-Up Collaboration • Coordinate across engineering, manufacturing, program management, and operations to remove obstacles and maintain build readiness. • Maintain complete visibility into prototype schedules, engineering changes, and material risks—communicating clearly and