SlipstreamJobs tracks this role from the company's public career site. Apply directly on the employer's site.
Radiant is building the world's first mass-produced, portable nuclear microreactors. The company's flagship product, Kaleidos, is a 1-megawatt, fail-safe microreactor designed for rapid deployment to hospitals, data centers, remote sites, and military bases. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in El Segundo, CA, Radiant is preparing for its first reactor test at Idaho National Laboratory with initial customer deliveries planned for 2028.
As a Supply Chain Associate, you will support the supply chain team in sourcing and acquiring components, materials, and services for microreactor systems. Working closely with Supplier Development Engineers (SDEs), Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Operations, you will develop hands-on experience in supplier evaluation, negotiation, and commercial decision-making.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing day-to-day PO tracking and expediting for assigned commodity categories
- Serving as primary contact for lower-complexity supplier relationships; escalating higher-stakes commercial issues appropriately
- Analyzing supplier quotes and cost data to identify savings opportunities
- Supporting risk assessments of supplier capacity and technical readiness using your engineering background
- Tracking procurement metrics (on-time delivery, cost variance) and contributing to supplier scorecards alongside SDEs
- Identifying and evaluating suppliers on cost, quality, reliability, and capacity in collaboration with SDE and Engineering teams
- Assisting with negotiation preparation (pricing, lead times, terms) under senior supply chain staff guidance
- Drafting and reviewing MSAs, NDAs, and PO terms
- Translating technical requirements into sourcing criteria in collaboration with SDEs, Engineering, and Quality
This role requires 100% onsite work at El Segundo headquarters and occasional travel to supplier locations (up to 30%). You must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related engineering field
- 1–3 years of relevant experience; manufacturing, hardware, or hands-on engineering project experience strongly preferred
- Strong technical aptitude with interest in developing commercial and negotiation skills
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable with ERP/MRP systems and standard office software (or willing to learn)
- Occasional travel to supplier locations (up to 30%)
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Interest in nuclear energy or willingness to learn nuclear codes/standards (NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, ASME BPVC Section III & VIII)
- Exposure to supplier audits or inspections
- Coursework or interest in quality systems (ISO 9001, AS9100)
NOTE: This position involves access to technology subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer is contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.
